Avelox

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Avelox (moxifloxacin) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits certain bacteria that may cause infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and others that may infect the sinuses, skin or abdomen. Avelox is available as generic moxifloxacin. Common side effects of Avelox include abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, mouth sores, headache, and vaginal discomfort (itch or burning sensation). Due to tendon, joint and bone problems, patients under 18 years of age should not be given Avelox (or other fluoroquinolones).

Avelox is available in tablets of 400 mg strength, and is usually given as a 400 mg strength dose once per day. Length of therapy depends on the type of infection. Serious side effects of Avelox include severe diarrhea, acute allergic reactions, renal problems, and connective tissue problems (tendon rupture and joint problems), muscle pain, confusion, agitation, depression, and skin problems. In addition, the drug may prolong the QT heartbeat interval cause warfarin (Coumadin) levels to be higher than normal and make symptoms of myasthenia gravis worse. Avelox should be used during pregnancy and lactating women only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus or infant. As stated above, Avelox should not be used in pediatric patients. Although Avelox may be effective against a wide range of bacteria, good clinical practice suggests the sensitivities of infective organisms to Avelox be determined. feel free contact us