Moxicip Infusion (Moxifloxacin 400mg)

Description

Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is an antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections that affect the skin, lungs, nose, stomach, and intestine. It works by blocking the action of an enzyme required for bacterial multiplication. This prevents further growth and kills the infection-causing bacteria.

Moxicip 400 MG Infusion may cause some common side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting, headache, dizziness, etc. It may also cause pain/redness at the injection site. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, inform your doctor if these symptoms become severe.

Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a clinical or hospital setting. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your condition. Hence, follow the instructions given by your doctor. This medication is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and not viruses.

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

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Moxicip 400 MG Infusion
M-Cin 400 MG Infusion
Lupin Ltd.
Macflox 400 MG Infusion
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Mahaflox 400 MG Infusion
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Moxif 400 MG Infusion

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Moximac 400 MG Infusion
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Moxicip 400 MG Infusion
Nausea or Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Increased liver enzyme levels
Anxiety and nervousness
Restlessness
Heartburn or indigestion
Sleep disturbances
Joint pain
Headache
Changes in blood pressure
Dehydration

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Uses of Moxicip 400 MG Infusion

What is it prescribed for?
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infection is bacterial infection affecting the skin and its supporting structures. Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections caused by bacteria.
Stomach and intestinal infections
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is used to treat infections in your stomach and intestine caused by bacteria.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling of the bronchial tubes that carries air to and from the lungs. Common symptoms include cough and shortness of breath. Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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). Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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. Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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. Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is used for the prevention of anthrax.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.
Liver disease
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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.Moxicip 400 MG Infusion can cause QT prolongation, hence it is not recommended if you have heart conditions such as 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
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion isnot recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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, the entire course of treatment should be completed. Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration of treatment based on your condition.
Diarrhoea
Moxicip 400 MG Infusion 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.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Moxicip 400 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

General Instructions

Moxicip 400 MG Infusion should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a clinical or hospital setting. Your doctor will determine an appropriate dose based on your clinical condition.

You should not administer Moxicip 400 MG Infusion on your own. Consult your doctor if you experience side effects that persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor about all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.