Prescription Required.
Is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic.
Treatment of bacterial infections of the lungs (communityacquired pneumonia), sinuses (acute bacterial sinusitis), skin and skin structures (complicated skin and skin structure infections), and abdomen (complicated intra-abdominal infections).
Treatment of exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.
Mahaflox Eye Drops 5ml (Moxifloxacin) works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes essential for bacterial DNA replication and repair. This action leads to bacterial cell death.
Store at room temperature (20-25°C). Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage and duration of treatment depend on the type and severity of the infection, as well as patient-specific factors. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
It's typically administered orally (tablets or suspension) or intravenously (IV).
Do not stop taking the medication early, even if you feel better, unless instructed by your doctor.
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Headache
Dizziness
Rash
Itching
Photosensitivity (increased sensitivity to sunlight)
Tendinitis (inflammation of tendons)
Tendon rupture (in rare cases)
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking moxifloxacin, as it can increase the risk of side effects.
Moxifloxacin can cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Use only if clearly needed and under strict medical supervision. Moxifloxacin can cross the placenta and is excreted in breast milk.
Generally not recommended for children unless specific circumstances necessitate use and under careful medical supervision.
Dosage adjustment may be necessary for patients with kidney impairment.
Dosage adjustment may be necessary for patients with liver impairment.
Your doctor or pharmacist
The medication's package insert
Reputable medical websites (e.g., Mayo Clinic, NHS)
