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Moxicip Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Moxicip Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moxicip Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Moxicip Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Moxicip Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Moxicip Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Moxicip Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Moxicip Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Moxicip Tablet related warnings section.
Moxicip Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Moxicip Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Moxicip Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Moxicip Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Moxicip Tablet 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
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Is the use of Moxicip Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Moxicip may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Moxicip again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Moxicip Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Moxicip should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Moxicip Tablet on the Kidneys?
Moxicip is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Moxicip Tablet on the Liver?
Moxicip does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moxicip Tablet on the Heart?
Moxicip has very mild side effects on the heart.
Moxicip Tablet 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 Moxicip Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moxicip Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Moxicip Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Moxicip Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Moxicip Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Moxicip Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Moxicip Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Moxicip Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxicip Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Moxicip Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Discontinuing Moxicip 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.
Yes, Moxicip 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, Moxicip can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Moxicip along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended dosage.
Moxicip is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Moxicip without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Moxicip is a brand name of moxifloxacin and it comes in form of a tablet, infusion, eye drops, and eye ointment. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as skin infections, eye infections, intra-abdominal infections, chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and sinusitis.
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