Avelox

Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It destroys certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, and certain skin infections

Consult a paediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

This medicine is to be swallowed whole with a glass of water. maybe taken with or without food. Take exactly as directed.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Rash
Nausea
Tremors
Headache
Palpitations
Muscle Pain
Hallucinations
Vision Problems
Blood in the urine
Sleeping Difficulties
Tingling in hands/feet
Restlessness/Anxiety/Confusion

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Iron/Magnesium/Manganese/Zinc containing multivitamins
Medications for depression/other mental problems
Heart medications for irregular rhythm
Aluminium/Magnesium/Zinc Salts
Ferrous Sulfate preparations
Medicines for Diabetes
Magnesium salicylate
Other Anti-biotics
Retinoid products
Cyclobenzaprine
Troleandomycin
Arsenic trioxide
Doxercalciferol
Clarithromycin
Levomethadyl
Erythromycin
Cyclosporine
Ziprasidone
Terfenadine
Pentamidine
Manganese
Astemizole
Didanosine
Droperidol
Dolasetron
Sevelamer
Sucralfate
Quinapril
Cisapride
Probucol
Diuretics
Antacids
NSAIDs
Bepridil

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Colitis or other stomach disorders
Severe Cerebral Arteriosclerosis
Long exposure to sunlight
Other chronic conditions
Heart/Liver Disease
Tendon/Joint pain
Bradycardia
Diabetes
Epilepsy
Seizures
Stroke

Keep out of the sun/wear protective clothing.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

It works by stopping the life cycle of certain infection causing bacteria.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose levels closely.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.