Moxifloxacin (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: moxifloxacin
Pack: Moxifloxacin (Apo) 400 mg tablet, 5, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MOXIFLOXACIN APO moxifloxacin (as hydrochloride monohydrate) 400 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Moxifloxacin APO (moxifloxacin hydrochloride) tablets are indicated for the treatment of adults with infections caused by susceptible organisms in the conditions:,- Acute bacterial sinusitis,- Community acquired pneumonia,- Acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis,Appropriate culture and susceptibility tests should be performed before treatment in order to isolate and identify organisms causing infection and to determine their susceptibility to moxifloxacin. Therapy with Moxifloxacin APO may be initiated, in some conditions, before results of these tests are known. Once results become available, therapy should be continued with the most appropriate antibiotic therapy.,Consideration should be given to available official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Moxifloxacin 400 mg tablets are dull red coloured, caplet shaped, film coated tablets, debossed with M on one side and 400 on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient moxifloxacin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
