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Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

Manufacturer
Indoco Remedies Ltd.
Composition
Moxifloxacin
Prescription
Required

Description

Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, intraabdominal infections, etc. This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population since it increases the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.

Uses of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pneumonia

    This medicine is used in the treatment of pneumonia which is a most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, etc.

  • Skin and Structure Infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of skin and skin structure infections such as cellulitis, wound infections, cutaneous abscess, etc. caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, etc.

  • Intra-abdominal Infections

    This medicine is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections caused by Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, etc.

  • Bronchitis

    This medicine is used in the treatment of bronchitis which is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, H. parainfluenzae, etc.

  • Plague

    This medicine is used in the treatment of Plague which is a serious bacterial illness caused by Yersinia pestis.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

  • Abdominal painsevererare
  • Blurred visionsevererare
  • Bone painsevererare
  • Dark or clay colored stoolssevererare
  • Dizzinesssevererare
  • Irregular heartbeatsevererare
  • Headachesevererare
  • Severe sunburnsevererare
  • Acid or sour stomachrare
  • Nervousnessrare
  • White patches in the mouth or on the tonguerare
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

Onset of action

The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of effect

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects such as diarrhea, diaper rash, etc. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to moxifloxacin, any other quinolones, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

  • Tendinitis or tendon rupture

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of tendon rupture or tendinitis (a condition in which the tissue connecting muscles to the bones becomes inflamed) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Myasthenia gravis

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history or family history of myasthenia gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Severe Hepatic impairment

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh score: C) and in patients with transaminase levels greater than 5 times the upper limits of normal since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

  • Overdose

    Since this medicine 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 the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

  • Description

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Instructions

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Central nervous system disorders

    severe
    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder and other central nervous system abnormalities since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, etc., to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient. It is advisable to avoid using caffeine-containing products such as coffee, chocolates, energy drinks, etc. during treatment with this medicine since such products may further stimulate the central nervous system and worsen the patient's condition.

  • QT Prolongation

    severe
    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of QT prolongation due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. This risk is especially higher in patients with heart diseases or electrolyte disturbances and elderly patients. Report any incidence of discomfort in the chest, heart palpitations, etc., to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Gastrointestinal Diseases

    moderate
    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects such as diarrhea, diaper rash, etc. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

  • Tendinitis and tendon rupture

    - Use of this medicine will increase the risk of tendinitis or tendon rupture during the treatment and for several months after the treatment. This may affect your shoulders, hands, ankles, or other parts of your body. You are at a higher risk if you are more than 60 years of age or if you have undergone a transplant of kidney, heart, or lung. You are also at a higher risk if you are on corticosteroids such as dexamethasone, methylprednisolone, or prednisone. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Drug-resistance

    - Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

  • Driving or Operating machinery

    - Use of this medicine may rarely cause symptoms such as blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

  • Pediatric use

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

  • Clostridium difficle-associated diarrhea

    - Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of this medicine in such cases.

  • Impaired liver function

    - This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Intravenous Administration

    - This medicine is not recommended for administration as a bolus/IV push. It should be administered only by a slow intravenous infusion over a period of 60 minutes.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by inhibiting an enzyme required for the bacterial DNA to replicate. This blocks the multiplication and growth and results in the eventual death of the bacteria.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Unknown

Classification

Category
Quinolones
Schedule
Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Jun 2018

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