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Moxam 500 mg Capsule

Manufactured byAlkem Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMoxifloxacin
Description
Moxam 500 mg Capsule is an antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections that affect the skin, lungs, nose, eyes, stomach and intestine. This medicine is effective against a large number of bacteria. It works by blocking the action of enzymes required for bacterial multiplication. This prevents further growth and kills the infection-causing bacteria. Moxam 500 mg Capsule may cause some common side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting, headache, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe. Moxam 500 mg Capsule oral forms (tablets, capsules) should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. You will start to feel better in a few days. However, continue taking the medicine for the prescribed duration. Skipping doses or not completing the full course of treatment may result in decreased effectiveness of the medicine or increased risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future. Moxam 500 mg Capsule injection will be administered by qualified healthcare professionals in a hospital setting. Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye/ear drops, eye ointments should be instilled in your eyes/ears as advised by your doctor. This medication is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and not viruses. Moxam 500 mg Capsule is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart or liver problems before starting the treatment. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Moxam 500 mg Capsule

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Increased liver enzyme levels
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Change in taste
  • Decreased appetite
  • Muscle and joint pain
  • Confusion
  • Dry eyes
  • Eye swelling

Uses of Moxam 500 mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Community-acquired pneumonia
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Stomach and intestinal infections
  • Bronchitis
  • Plague
  • Acute bacterial sinusitis
  • Anthrax
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
  • Bacterial Ear Infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    It is not known when Moxam 500 mg Capsule will start its action.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Moxam 500 mg Capsule, after administration of oral forms and injection, may remain in your body for 3-4 days.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Moxam 500 mg Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Moxam 500 mg Capsule oral form and injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Due to lack of adequate and well-controlled studies, Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye drops and eye ointments may be used during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Moxam 500 mg Capsule oral form and injection is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Due to lack of adequate and well-controlled studies, Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye drops and eye ointment may be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Moxam 500 mg Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Liver Disease

Moxam 500 mg Capsule is not recommended if you have moderate to severe liver problems or high liver enzyme levels (>5 times the upper normal limit). This medicine is broken down in your liver and impaired liver function may lead to the accumulation of this medicine. Hence, it may worsen your condition and lead to further liver damage.

Heart diseases

QT prolongation is a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat. Moxam 500 mg Capsule can cause QT prolongation, hence it is not recommended if you have heart conditions such as heart failure (a condition in which the heart is not able to pump a sufficient amount of blood), arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm), electrolyte disturbances (abnormal concentration of electrolyte levels in the body) especially low potassium levels, and/or bradycardia (slow heartbeat) as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Moxam 500 mg Capsule oral form and injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Due to lack of adequate and well-controlled studies, Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye drops and eye ointments may be used during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Moxam 500 mg Capsule oral form and injection is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Due to lack of adequate and well-controlled studies, Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye drops and eye ointment may be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Photosensitivity

Moxam 500 mg Capsule may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight or UV light. Therefore, you should avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight/UV light while taking this medication.

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid such resistance, you should always complete the entire course of treatment with Moxam 500 mg Capsule, even if you feel better.

Driving or operating machines

Moxam 500 mg Capsule may cause dizziness, confusion, or disorientation. Hence, avoid performing activities that require mental alertness such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.

Elderly

Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution in elderly people as they are more susceptible to the risk of side effects.

Diarrhoea

Moxam 500 mg Capsule can cause diarrhoea as this medicine may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Contact your doctor if you experience severe watery or bloody diarrhoea. Consult your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Antacids

If you are taking an antacid for indigestion, it can reduce the effect of Moxam 500 mg Capsule. Hence it is recommended to take this antibiotic 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after taking an antacid.

Contact lens

Avoid wearing contact lenses when you have an eye infection.

Missed Dose

Oral forms/Eye and/or ear drops: Try not to skip a dose of Moxam 500 mg Capsule. Take/administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one. Injection: Since Moxam 500 mg Capsule is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Oral forms: Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Moxam 500 mg Capsule. Eye or ear drops: Since Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye or ear drops are intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose. Injection: Since Moxam 500 mg Capsule 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 your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
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

Escitalopram

Ethinyl Estradiol

Corticosteroids

Quinidine

Aspirin

Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum

Warfarin

Metformin

Disease interactions

Central nervous system disorders

Moxam 500 mg Capsule may increase the risk of tremors, agitation, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, sleeplessness, seizures, etc. Hence treatment with this medicine should be administered cautiously if you have a history of these conditions. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms.

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a disorder that causes weakness of your skeletal muscles that are responsible for movement. Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution if you have myasthenia gravis as this medicine may further cause muscle weakness and worsen your condition. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition of nerve damage resulting in weakness, numbness, sensitivity to touch, and pain, usually in the hands and feet. Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution as it may cause peripheral neuropathy. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms or if they become severe.

Tendonitis or tendon rupture

Tendon is the connective tissue that joins muscle to the bone. Moxam 500 mg Capsule may increase the risk of tendonitis (swelling of the tendon) and tendon rupture (a partial or complete tear of your tendon). Avoid taking Moxam 500 mg Capsule if you have a history of these conditions.

Diabetes

If you have diabetes, Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution as it may alter your blood sugar levels. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Multivitamins with minerals reduce the effectiveness of Moxam 500 mg Capsule when taken together. Hence, avoid taking multivitamins with minerals while on treatment with this medicine. If indicated for use, Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be taken 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after taking medicines containing magnesium, aluminum, calcium, iron and/or other minerals.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Oral forms: Take Moxam 500 mg Capsule with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid taking antacids and/or multivitamins containing minerals along with Moxam 500 mg Capsule as it may decrease the effectiveness of this medication. Avoid recommending Moxam 500 mg Capsule to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Taking antibiotics without your doctor's recommendation may cause the bacteria to be resistant to the given medicine and it may be difficult to treat in the future. Use Moxam 500 mg Capsule at around the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Ensure that your complete the course of the treatment. Avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may affect your alertness. Moxam 500 mg Capsule may affect liver enzymes levels. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your liver function and liver enzyme levels while you take this medicine. Injection: Moxam 500 mg Capsule should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Your doctor will determine an appropriate dose based on your clinical condition. Other forms: Moxam 500 mg Capsule eye/ear drops and eye ointment is for external use only. Administer it as directed by your doctor. Do not touch your eyes with unwashed hands. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected.
Miscelleneous

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
Moxam 500 mg Capsule stops the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This helps to prevent the growth of the bacteria and eventually kills them.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Fluoroquinolones, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H1

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