Moxinow Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Moxinow Tablet SR is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.
Moxinow Tablet SR is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of Moxinow Tablet SR
Benefits of Moxinow Tablet SR
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Moxinow Tablet SR is an antibiotic medicine prescribed to treat various infections caused by bacteria such as sinus infections (sinusitis), chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, and infections of the ears, skin, throat, stomach, and urinary tract. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria. It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed.
Side effects of Moxinow Tablet SR
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 Moxinow
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
How to use Moxinow Tablet SR
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. Moxinow Tablet SR may be taken with or without food.
How Moxinow Tablet SR works
Moxinow Tablet SR is a combination of two antibiotics: Moxifloxacin and Cefixime. Moxifloxacin works by preventing the bacteria from reproducing and repairing themselves. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Moxinow Tablet SR does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Moxinow Tablet SR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Moxinow Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Moxinow Tablet SR may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Moxinow Tablet SR 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.
Moxinow Tablet SR 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.
Kidney
CAUTION
Moxinow Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Moxinow Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Moxinow Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Moxinow Tablet SR, take 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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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Moxinow Tablet SR to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may 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.
- Discontinue Moxinow Tablet SR and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Moxinow Tablet SR
Once A Day
93%
Twice A Day
7%
What are you using Moxinow Tablet SR for?
Bacterial inf*
73%
Others
20%
Typhoid fever
7%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
39%
Average
30%
Excellent
30%
What were the side-effects while using Moxinow Tablet SR?
No Side Effec*
36%
Nausea
18%
Stomach pain
9%
Headache
9%
Diarrhea
9%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Moxinow Tablet SR?
With food
100%
Please rate Moxinow Tablet SR on price
Expensive
57%
Average
29%
Not Expensive
14%
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Moxinow Tablet SR?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Moxinow Tablet SR when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Moxinow Tablet SR and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
What if I miss my dose?
Take Moxinow Tablet SR as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
Can the use of Moxinow Tablet SR cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Moxinow Tablet SR can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
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- Moxifloxacin. South Oak Way: Bayer Plc; 2003 [revised Nov. 2018]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Moxifloxacin. Wayne, NJ: Bayer HealthCare; 1999 [revised 12 Oct. 2010]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Cefixime. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 1986 [revised May 2012]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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