Rimox Tablet 400 mg (Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

As moxifloxacin, 400 mg once daily to be taken whole with plenty of water, regardless of meals. Dosage adjustment is not required for patients with renal impairment. The duration of administration should be determined based on the severity of the infection or clinical response, with the following recommended durations: - Acute sinusitis: 7 days - Acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: 5 days - Community-acquired pneumonia: 10 days - Uncomplicated skin and soft tissue infections: 7 days - Complicated skin and soft tissue infections: total treatment duration for sequential therapy (IV/oral): 7 to 21 days - Complicated intra-abdominal infections: total treatment duration for sequential therapy (IV/oral): 5 to 14 days - Uncomplicated pelvic infections: 14 days

This medication can cause tendon problems like tendinitis or tendon rupture. If pain or inflammation in a tendon occurs, stop taking the medication immediately and rest. Peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system side effects may occur, such as sensory abnormalities, confusion, or seizures, so consult a healthcare professional if such symptoms arise. Patients with myasthenia gravis should not use this medication as it may worsen their symptoms. This medication may pose risks for patients with certain heart conditions or a history of arrhythmias, so it should be used cautiously in patients with heart-related issues. This medication is not to be administered to pregnant or breastfeeding women, or to children and adolescents under 18 years of age. This medication is not recommended for patients with severe liver and kidney dysfunction, and patients with very high liver enzyme levels should avoid it. The use of this drug in conjunction with corticosteroids may increase the risk of tendon rupture, so co-administration should be avoided. This medication may prolong the QT interval, leading to cardiac rhythm disturbances; therefore, it should be used cautiously in patients with heart disease or those at high risk for QT prolongation. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels closely as this medication can affect blood sugar control, and they should consult a healthcare professional if symptoms of hypoglycemia develop. If severe diarrhea, allergic reactions, rashes, or difficulty breathing occur while taking this medication, it should be stopped immediately and medical attention should be sought. Moreover, this medication may affect mental health, leading to symptoms such as depression, hallucinations, and anxiety, so individuals with a history of mental illness or those experiencing such symptoms should consult a healthcare professional. Avoid excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays while taking this medication, and exercise caution when driving or operating machinery. In the event of an overdose, consult a healthcare professional immediately for appropriate treatment, and keep it out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever plus respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, migraine headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urine changes

Mild side effects

• Anemia
• leukopenia
• neutropenia
• thrombocytopenia
• thrombocytosis
• hyperlipidemia
• hyperglycemia
• hyperuricemia
• hypoglycemia
• anxiety reactions

Store this medication in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. Additionally, it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid very hot or very cold places to maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

Dark pink oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)