About
Moxifloxacin 400 mg is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections in adults by inhibiting bacterial growth. It is ineffective against viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
Approved Uses
As a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, moxifloxacin is typically reserved for situations where other treatment options are not suitable due to the potential for serious side effects. It is indicated for treating infections including:
Community-acquired pneumonia
Acute bacterial sinusitis
Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
Complicated and uncomplicated skin and soft tissue infections
Complicated intra-abdominal infections
Plague (pneumonic and septicemic)
Moxifloxacin is also available in other forms, such as eye drops, to treat bacterial eye infections.