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Moxswipe is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Moxswipe have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxswipe. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Moxswipe also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Moxswipe side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Moxswipe are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Moxswipe's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Moxswipe has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Moxswipe related warnings section.
Moxswipe is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Moxswipe contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Moxswipe with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Moxswipe is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Moxswipe 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 Moxswipe safe for pregnant women?
Moxswipe can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Moxswipe, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxswipe safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Moxswipe may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Moxswipe should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Moxswipe on the Kidneys?
Moxswipe is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxswipe on the Liver?
Moxswipe does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moxswipe on the Heart?
Side effects of Moxswipe rarely affect the heart.
Moxswipe 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 Moxswipe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxswipe habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Moxswipe.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxswipe you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Moxswipe should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Moxswipe cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Moxswipe
Some foods when eaten with Moxswipe can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxswipe
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Moxswipe at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Moxswipe 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, Moxswipe can be used for UTI (urinary tract infection) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. However, it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Moxswipe contains moxifloxacin (a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolones). It works by inhibiting enzymes (topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) in bacteria which prevents the DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination that is essential for the survival of the susceptible organism. In this way Moxswipe is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Yes, Moxswipe can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Moxswipe on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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