Moxifloxacin
Moxifloxacin 400 mg tablets, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic for pneumonia, sinusitis and skin infections, the ingredient in Avelox.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400mg | 10 tablets | US$81.60 | US$8.16 |
| 400mg | 20 tablets | US$144.40 | US$7.22 |
| 400mg | 30 tablets | US$198.90 | US$6.63 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Moxifloxacin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 400mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Moxifloxacin on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- Avalox
- Therapeutic class
- Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Fluoroquinolone
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal pain; vomiting; headache
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Bayer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in original packaging below 25°C, away from moisture and direct heat.
- Drug interactions
- antacids; multivitamins containing iron or zinc; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children or adolescents.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to moxifloxacin; history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolone treatment; pregnancy; breast-feeding
Precautions and warnings
may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; avoid excessive sun or ultraviolet light exposure; monitor for signs of tendon inflammation
Serious side effects
tendon rupture, requires immediate medical attention; severe hypersensitivity reaction, requires immediate medical attention; qt interval prolongation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Moxifloxacin 400mg film-coated tablets, used for bacterial pneumonia, acute sinusitis and complicated skin and soft tissue infection. A fluoroquinolone.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts as a potent bactericidal agent by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes necessary for DNA replication, repair, and transcription within the bacterial cell.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use. Breastfeeding: Do not use due to risk of joint damage in the infant.
Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic taken once a day. It is used for community-acquired pneumonia, acute sinusitis and skin and soft tissue infections, usually when other antibiotics are not suitable. It comes as 400 mg tablets; the original brand is Avelox.
Moxifloxacin can increase the risk of tendinitis or tendon rupture, during treatment or for up to several months afterward; the shoulder, hand and the back of the ankle can be affected (MedlinePlus). Stop it and contact a doctor if a tendon becomes painful or swollen.
Buying Moxifloxacin online
Generic moxifloxacin from India costs less than the original brand. It is a strong antibiotic, best kept for infections where a doctor has advised it.
FAQ
What does Moxifloxacin treat?
Moxifloxacin contains moxifloxacin, used for community-acquired pneumonia, acute sinusitis and skin and soft tissue infection. Moxifloxacin acts as a potent bactericidal agent by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes necessary for DNA replication, repair, and transcription within the bacterial cell.
Is the Moxifloxacin sold here the branded version?
No. Moxifloxacin is the originator brand name, made by Bayer, and VGR Australia uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (moxifloxacin) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Moxifloxacin?
It depends on the strength and pack. Moxifloxacin comes in a 400mg strength, in packs of 10 to 30 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Moxifloxacin sold under other names?
Other brands of moxifloxacin include Avalox.
How long does Moxifloxacin take to work?
Moxifloxacin usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What are the side effects of Moxifloxacin?
The common side effects of moxifloxacin are nausea, diarrhoea and dizziness. Less common ones include abdominal pain, vomiting and headache. Serious but less common side effects include tendon rupture, severe hypersensitivity reaction and QT interval prolongation, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Moxifloxacin interact with?
Moxifloxacin can interact with antacids, multivitamins containing iron or zinc and warfarin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Moxifloxacin.
Do I need a prescription to order Moxifloxacin online?
No, not online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order moxifloxacin. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Moxifloxacin to Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Moxifloxacin is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Bayer and do not ship the original Moxifloxacin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Moxifloxacin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.