Antibacterial drug "Avelox": instructions for use

The drug "Avelox" instructions for use characterize as an antibacterial drug of the group of fluoroquinolones, which by its action has a bactericidal action against a wide range of bacteria and microorganisms. The manufacturer of the drug is the pharmaceutical concern Bayer (Germany).

"Avelox" is released in the form of tablets and a solution for infusions.

Tablets have a convex oblong form and a pink color. The active substance of the drug is moxifloxacin hydrochloride, which for each tablet is 436 milligrams. Complement the composition of the drug auxiliary substances. Tablets are packed in blisters of five pieces, which, in turn, are placed in cardboard packs with the inscription "Avelox". Instructions for use are enclosed.

In addition, the drug is released as a solution of light yellow color for intravenous administration. In the pharmacy network, it comes in bottles of 250 milliliters.

The drug "Avelox", being a powerful antimicrobial drug, is indicated for use in the following diseases:

• Acute form of sinusitis,

• Chronical bronchitis,

• pneumonia,

• An abscess of various species,

• Various skin infections.

The effectiveness of treatment for all of the above diseases is confirmed by numerous positive reviews about the drug "Avelox." However, the price of the medicinal product is high enough, so it is advisable to pay attention to its analogues, which are more affordable at the time of its appointment. For example, "Floracid" is a medicinal product that is produced in the Obolensky pharmaceutical enterprise. The price of the drug "Floracid" is three times lower than that of "Avelox. Analogue expensive drug, however, not inferior to him in the effectiveness of medicinal properties.

Take the medication enough once a day at any time, without tying its reception to food intake. The daily dose of the drug is not more than 400 milligrams. Tablets should be swallowed without chewing, and washed down with a large (not less than a glass) amount of liquid. This method of taking a tablet form of the drug is recommended not to destroy the drug's shell, which, when used, should remain intact.

Therapy with the use of an infusion solution is often used at the beginning of the course of treatment with the subsequent transition of the patient to "Avelox" in the form of tablets, but sometimes it continues to be used until the end of the treatment period. Infusion solution "Avelox" is used intravenously. It should be administered slowly for an hour.

The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the disease and can be up to ten days.

According to numerous reviews about the drug "Avelox" you can conclude that the side effects of its use are extremely rare. However, the drug "Avelox" (instructions for use contains information about this) they have. According to it, under the influence of the drug, negative effects can occur in the form of:

• Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, taste disorders, stomatitis, diarrhea;

• An increase in the number of heartbeats, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, increased blood pressure;

• Dizziness, sleep disturbances, depression, anxiety, confusion, general weakness;

• Pain in the back, joint and muscle pains, tendovaginitis, tendon ruptures;

• Skin rashes accompanied by itching, swelling;

• State of general malaise.

The instructions for use with the "Avelox" preparation inform that it should not be used for pseudomembranous colitis and severe renal failure. It is forbidden to use this medication for pregnant and lactating women, as well as for adolescents under 18 years of age and for those who have intolerance to any components of the drug.

With special care appoint "Avelox" to patients with CNS diseases and liver failure.

It should be remembered that "Avelox" and alcohol can not be combined in any case.

The place of storage of the preparation must be dry and dark. The temperature in the room should not exceed 25 degrees.

Avelox solution can be stored for three years, and tablets for five.