MAHAFLOX CX TAB

Overview

MAHAFLOX CX TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

MAHAFLOX CX TAB is composed of: MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE (200.0 MG), CEFIXIME ( )

Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (floor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Moxifloxacin is used to treat different types of bacterial infections of the skin, sinuses, lungs, or stomach, pneumonia, bronchitis
Cefixime is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic. It works by fighting bacteria in your body. Cefixime is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.

Usage

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Pneumonia, Bronchitis

CEFIXIME is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

MAHAFLOX CX TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for MAHAFLOX CX TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve problems, stroke, seizures, chest pain, slow heartbeat, low level of blood minerals, liver disease, myasthenia gravis, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness and lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diarrhea, stomach or bowel problems (eg, inflammation), bleeding or blood clotting problems, kidney or liver problems, poor nutrition, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid changing dose forms (eg, tablets, suspension) without your doctor’s advice. Take full course of treatment. It may reduce platelet counts, avoid injury or bruising.
Avoid any vaccination during the treatment.

Common Side-Effects

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Difficulty Sleeping
CEFIXIME : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Head Headache, Dizziness

Serious Side-Effects

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Fever, Throat Soreness, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Rare Side-Effects

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing
CEFIXIME : Skin Rash, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Mood Swings, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

CEFIXIME can interfere with: Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Liver Failure, Seizure

Technical Classification

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
CEFIXIME is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for MAHAFLOX CX TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MAHAFLOX CX TAB

INR 220 for 10 TABLETS

MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 200.0 MG, CEFIXIME

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

MOXINOW TAB

INR 214 for 5 TABLETS

CEFIXIME 400 MG, MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 400 MG