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Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

Manufactured by: Indoco Remedies Ltd.
Composition: Moxifloxacin
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections of the lungs, skin, and abdomen. You should avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to other fluoroquinolones. Use with caution in the elderly population as it increases the risk of Tendinitis and Tendon rupture.

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
  • Dry eyes
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 peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 0.5 to 4 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

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

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding due to the adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

  • Pneumonia

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of pneumonia which is common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

  • Skin and Structure Infection

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of Skin and Structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection and cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

  • Intra-abdominal Infection

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella species.

  • Bronchitis

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of bronchitis which is an inflammation in lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

  • Plague

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of Plague which is a serious bacterial illness caused by Yersinia pestis.

  • Anthrax

    Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is used in the treatment of anthrax which is a rare but serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis.

  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis

    The ophthalmic form of this medicine is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis (eye infection) caused by bacteria that are susceptible to Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion.

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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, other quinolones, or any other inactive ingredient present along with this medicine.

  • Tendinitis or tendon rupture

    Avoid if you have a past history of tendinitis or tendon rupture after using Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion

  • Myasthenia gravis

    Avoid if you have a past history of myasthenia gravis or family history of myasthenia gravis.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

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
    If you suffer from CNS disorder and you take Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion, then you may experience tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion and hallucinations. Avoid consuming caffeine containing products like coffee, chocolates and energy drinks.

  • QT Prolongation

    severe
    Avoid using Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion if you experience any chest discomfort. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if you have any heart disease (arrhythmia) or family history of heart disease.

  • Colitis

    moderate
    Avoid taking Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

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

Take Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding due to the adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.

General warnings

  • Tendinitis and tendon rupture

    - Use of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion will increase the risk to develop tendinitis or tendon rupture during the treatment or several months after treatment. It will affect the shoulder, hand, the back of your ankle, or other parts of your body. The risk is more if you are above 60 years of age and have a history of kidney, heart, or lung transplant and joint disease. You are also at high risk if you are on corticosteroids like dexamethasone, methylprednisolone or prednisone.

  • Drug-resistance

    - Usage of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

  • Central nervous system effects

    - Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion should be used with caution the patients with epilepsy or other CNS disorders. Discontinue the treatment if any symptoms appear until the exact cause is identified.

  • Pediatric use

    - The safety and effectiveness of Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion is not established in the children less than 18 years of age.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

Mofloren-Unims 0.5% Infusion works by inhibiting an enzyme required for a bacterial DNA to replicate.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Quinolones
Schedule
Schedule H

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