New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Moximac IV Infusion is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Moximac IV Infusion have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Moximac IV Infusion is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Moximac IV Infusion include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Moximac IV Infusion have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Moximac IV Infusion go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Moximac IV Infusion's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Moximac IV Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Moximac IV Infusion since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Moximac IV Infusion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Moximac IV Infusion may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Moximac IV Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Moximac IV Infusion 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Moximac IV Infusion is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Moximac IV Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Moximac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Moximac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Moximac IV Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Moximac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Moximac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Moximac IV Infusion on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Moximac on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moximac IV Infusion on the Liver?
Moximac does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moximac IV Infusion on the Heart?
Moximac is rarely harmful for the heart.
Moximac IV Infusion 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 Moximac IV Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moximac IV Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Moximac IV Infusion does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Moximac IV Infusion can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Moximac IV Infusion only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Moximac IV Infusion for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moximac IV Infusion
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Moximac IV Infusion to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moximac IV Infusion
Drinking alcohol while taking Moximac IV Infusion may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Moximac is recommended to be taken once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without the food because food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, heart diseases, diabetes mellitus, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Moximac might cause tendinitis and tendon rupture. It has been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in patients of all ages.
Moximac 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 Moximac 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, Moximac is an antibiotic. It contains moxifloxacin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Take Moximac as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
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)