What is Avelox/Moxifloxacin used for?

This medicine is an antibiotic and is used to treat sinus and lung infections

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Avelox/Moxifloxacin be stored?

Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.

General drug information:

When should Avelox/Moxifloxacin not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any component present in this medicine If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other quinolone antibiotic, such as Cipro, Floxin, Levaquin, Maxaquin, Noroxin, or Penetrex,

What precautions should I follow when taking Avelox/Moxifloxacin?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problem

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Avelox/Moxifloxacin?

Do not take this medicine with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Advil, Motrin, and Naprosyn because it may increase the risk of nerve stimulation and convulsions. Avelox may make you dizzy or light-headed. Do not drive a car, operate machinery, or engage in activities requiring mental alertness or coordination until you know how the drug affects you.

What are the side effects of Avelox/Moxifloxacin?

Most severe: Allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives)

Most common: Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, abdominal pain, indigestion, headache, abnormal taste, vomiting

Other: Anxiety, appetite loss, bladder infection, blood clotting changes, back pain, body pain, breathing difficulties, chest pain, chills, confusion, constipation, cough, digestive system disorders, dim vision, drowsiness, dry mouth, dry skin, fungal infections, gassiness, hallucinations, hand pain, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, incoordination, increased cough, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, itching, joint pain, labored breathing, leg pain, low blood pressure, mouth sores, nasal inflammation, nervousness, personality changes, pneumonia, rapid heartbeat, rash, sinus inflammation, sore throat, stomach irritation, sweating, swelling, tingling or burning sensations, tongue inflammation, tremors, urinary inflammation, vaginal inflammation, vague feeling of illness, vertigo, weakness, yellow eyes and skin

How should I take Avelox/Moxifloxacin?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.