Product introduction
Moxicip 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Moxicip 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
You may have experience headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and increase in transaminases as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on its own. However, consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Benefits of Moxicip Tablet
Side effects of Moxicip Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Moxicip
- Increased transaminase level in blood
How to use Moxicip Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Moxicip 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Moxicip Tablet works
Moxicip 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Safety advice
Consuming alcohol with Moxicip 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Moxicip 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Moxicip 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Moxicip 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Moxicip 400mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability.
Moxicip 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Moxicip 400mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Moxicip 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Moxicip 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Moxicip Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Moxicip 400mg Tablet, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Moxicip 400mg Tablet
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Moxicip 400mg Tablet for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Patient concerns
Coughing and blocked nose from the past 4-5 day. My family physician gave me Novamox 250 and Lax. But it aint getting better yet. What to do?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
take MOXICIP 400 mg once daily for 5 days
conjectivities and eyes are red
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Use e/d moxicip n refresh tears. Visit doctor for examination
Irritation in left eye, look like an extra layer which looks clear/watery , little swelling also there. This issue observed since last few hour"
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
It could be conjunctivitis. U need eye examination by doctor immediately. Meanwhile u can use eyedrop moxicip 3 times a day
I m suffering from cough and cold from 10 days taking nam cold sr
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
take MOXICIP 400 mg twice daily for 5 dayscapsule RTO twice daily for 5 daysRabekind DSR once daily in empty stomach for 5 days
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2025
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