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Moxishield is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Moxishield depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Moxishield is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Moxishield safe for pregnant women?
Moxishield can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Moxishield right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Moxishield safe during breastfeeding?
Moxishield may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Moxishield on the Kidneys?
Moxishield is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxishield on the Liver?
Moxishield is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Moxishield on the Heart?
Side effects of Moxishield rarely affect the heart.
Moxishield should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Moxishield unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxishield habit forming or addictive?
Moxishield is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxishield you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Moxishield only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Moxishield cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Moxishield
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Moxishield to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxishield
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Moxishield at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Moxishield can treat sinusitis (inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacterial infection. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
Yes, Moxishield might cause tendinitis and tendon rupture. It has been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in patients of all ages.
No, Moxishield does not cover strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is generally found to be resistant to Moxishield. Hence other antibiotics which are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be used.
Yes, Moxishield is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, eye drops of Moxishield can be used in a pink eye (conjunctivitis). It is given in the treatment of pink eye if it is caused by the bacteria. Since Moxishield is a prescription drug you are advised not to use Moxishield by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avelox (moxifloxacin hydrochloride)