Moximac Tablet (Moxifloxacin 400mg)

Moximac Tablet

Moximac 400 MG Tablet is an antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections that affect the skin, lungs, nose, stomach, and intestines. This medicine is effective against a large number of bacteria. It works by blocking the action of an enzymes required for bacterial multiplication. This prevents further growth and kills the infection-causing bacteria.

Moximac 400 MG Tablet may cause some common side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting, headache, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.

Moximac 400 MG Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. You will start to feel better in a few days. However, continue taking the medicine for the prescribed duration. Skipping doses or not completing the full course of therapy may result in decreased effectiveness of the medicine or increased risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future. This medication is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and not viruses.

Moximac 400 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart problems, or liver problems before starting the treatment. This medicine is not recommended in children below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Moximac 400 MG Tablet
Macflox 400 MG Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Mahaflox 400 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Moxam 400 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Moxiflox 400 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Newquin 400 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Moximac 400 MG Tablet
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea or Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Increased liver enzyme levels
Anxiety and nervousness
Change in taste
Decreased appetite
Muscle and joint pain
Confusion

Uses of Moximac 400 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infection is bacterial infection affecting the skin and its supporting structures. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections caused by bacteria.
Stomach and intestinal infections
Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used to treat infections in your stomach and intestine caused by bacteria.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling of the bronchial tubes, the tube which carries the air to and from the lungs. Common symptoms include cough and shortness of breath. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria.
Plague
Plague is a serious bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis. It spreads through the bite of infected fleas (wingless insects), through direct contact or by inhalation. In severe form, it may lead to septicaemic plague (blood infection that spreads throughout the body) and/or pneumonic plague (infecting the lungs). Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used in the prevention and treatment of plague.
Acute bacterial sinusitis
Acute sinusitis, commonly called as sinus infection, is a swelling of the nasal passages and the surrounding cavities called sinuses. Symptoms include a stuffed nose, headache, and pain/pressure behind the eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis.
Anthrax
Anthrax is a rare but serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis. It is transmitted through air, food, and water contaminated with anthrax spores. It may affect your skin, lungs, intestine, or at the site of injection. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used for the prevention of anthrax.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease is the infection of the reproductive organs in women. Symptoms may include fever, pain in the lower abdomen, vaginal discharge, painful/frequent urination, etc. Moximac 400 MG Tablet is used in combination with other antibiotics for the treatment of mild to moderate pelvic inflammatory disease.

Related Products

List of related products
Moximac 0.5% Eye Drops
Moximac 400 MG Infusion

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Moximac 400 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Use in children below 18 years of age
Moximac 400 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.
Liver diseases
Moximac 400 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have moderate to severe liver problems or high liver enzyme levels (>5 times the upper normal limit). This medicine is broken down in your liver and impaired liver function may lead to the accumulation of this medicine. Hence, it may worsen your condition and lead to further liver damage.
Heart diseases
QT prolongation is a condition in which your heart muscles takes a longer time to recharge between a heart beat. Moximac 400 MG Tablet can cause QT prolongation, hence it is not recommended if you have heart failure (condition in which heart is not able to pump sufficient amount of blood), arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm), electrolyte disturbances (abnormal concentration of electrolyte levels in the body) especially low potassium levels, and/or bradycardia (slow heart beat) as it may worsen your condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Moximac 400 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Moximac 400 MG Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid such resistance, you should always complete the entire course of treatment with Moximac 400 MG Tablet even if you feel better.
Driving or operating machines
Moximac 400 MG Tablet may cause dizziness, confusion, or disorientation. Hence, avoid performing activities that require mental alertness such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.
Diarrhoea
Moximac 400 MG Tablet can cause diarrhoea as this medicine may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Contact your doctor if you experience severe watery or bloody diarrhoea. Consult your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.
Antacids
If you are taking an antacid for indigestion, it can reduce the effect of Moximac 400 MG Tablet. Hence it is recommended to take this antibiotic 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after taking an antacid.
Elderly
Moximac 400 MG Tabletshould be used with caution in elderly people as they are more susceptible to increased risk of side effects.
Photosensitivity
Moximac 400 MG Tablet may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight or UV light. Therefore, you should avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight/UV light while taking this medication.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Moximac 400 MG Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take excess dose than that prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Moximac 400 MG Tablet for further guidance.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Ethinyl Estradiol
Corticosteroids
Quinidine
Aspirin
Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum
Warfarin
Metformin
Disease interactions
Central nervous system disorders
Moximac 400 MG Tablet may increase the risk of tremors, agitation, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, sleeplessness, seizures, etc. Hence therapy with this medicine should be administered cautiously if you have a history of these conditions. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms.
Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a disorder that causes weakness of your skeletal muscles that are responsible for movement. Moximac 400 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have myasthenia gravis as this medicine may further cause muscle weakness and worsen your condition. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition of nerve damage resulting in weakness, numbness, sensitivity to touch, pain usually in the hands and feet. Moximac 400 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause peripheral neuropathy. Consult your doctor if you have peripheral neuropathy or if you experience any symptoms that persist or worsens.
Tendonitis or tendon rupture
Tendon is the connective tissue that joins muscle to the bone. Moximac 400 MG Tablet may increase the risk of tendonitis (swelling of the tendon) and tendon rupture (a partial or complete tear of your tendon). Avoid taking Moximac 400 MG Tablet if you have a history of these conditions.
Diabetes
If you have diabetes, Moximac 400 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may alter your blood sugar levels. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Multivitamins with minerals reduce the effectiveness of Moximac 400 MG Tablet when taken together. Hence, avoid taking multivitamins with minerals while on treatment with this medicine. If indicated for use, Moximac 400 MG Tablet should be taken 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after taking medicines containing magnesium, aluminum, calcium, iron and/or other minerals.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Moximac 400 MG Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose.

Complete the entire course of treatment. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as it may lead to re-infections.

Avoid taking antacids and/or multivitamins with minerals along with Moximac 400 MG Tablet as it may result in reduced effectiveness of this medication.

Moximac 400 MG Tablet may cause nerve damage. Consult your doctor if you experience tingling or numbness in your hands and/or feet.

Avoid driving or operate machines after taking this medicine as it may affect your alertness.