Maxaquin

A quinolone antibiotic is Maxaquin (lomefloxacin). It functions by eradicating bacteria or stopping their growth. The bacterial infections of the skin, sinuses, bladder, kidney, prostate, and lungs are all treated with maxaquin. Additionally, Maxaquin may be used for other conditions not covered in this medication guide. Users of Welzo can use this article for informational purposes to better understand Maxaquin.

Overview

Uses

Side Effects

Health Benefits

One of the many health advantages of maxaquin is its ability to treat and stop the growth of bacterial infections. Other conditions like acne, sinusitis, and urinary tract infections can be successfully treated with maxaquin as well. The ability of Maxaquin to stop the development of specific cancer cells has also been demonstrated.

Side Effects

Maxaquin's side effects could manifest in different ways.

slight nausea

vomiting

diarrhea

uneasy stomach

dizziness

lightheadedness

rash

itching

Call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms:

a very bad stomach ache

watery or bloody diarrhea

fever

chills

body pains

influenza signs

you have throat or mouth white patches.

your skin or eyes turning yellow

seizures

having trouble breathing

Maxaquin's side effects can be very severe. Call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms:

rash

itching

hives swollen lips, tongue, face, or throat

Maxaquin's side effects can be very severe. Call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms:

dark feces

stool that is the color of clay jaundice (a skin or eye yellowness)

severe stomach pain that comes and goes

Dosages

Adults are advised to take 400 mg of Maxaquin once daily. 8 mg/kg once daily is the dosage that should be used for children.

Interactions

Maxaquin may have interactions with other medicines.Inform your physician of all the medications you take.Antacids, iron supplements, or multivitamins shouldn't be taken with maxaquin.Maxaquin's effectiveness may be lowered by these interactions.

Mechanism of Action

Maxaquin's mode of action is not fully understood.Maxaquin is thought to function by preventing bacterial growth.By changing their DNA, bacteria may also be killed by maxaquin.

Pharmacokinetics

Maxaquin is quickly absorbed from the digestive system.Maxaquin has a bioavailability of about 70%.The liver is where maxaquin is metabolized and is widely distributed throughout the body.Urine and feces contain the excretion of maxaquin.