Maxaquin - Lomefloxacin - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Maxaquin.
• Maxaquin
• low-meh-FLOX-uh-sin

Maxaquin Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be needed in those cases.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Read Before Using Maxaquin (precautions)

• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor your medical history especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose only, then resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

• Take each dose with a full glass of water.
• This drug may be taken with or without food.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
• Take this medication 2 hours before or 4 hours after taking any medications containing magnesium or aluminum.
• Some examples include quinapril, didanosine, vitamins/minerals, and antacids.
• Sucralfate bismuth subsalicylate, iron, and zinc are also included.
• These medications bind with lomefloxacin preventing its full absorption.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite, change in taste, loose stools, nausea, headache or dizziness during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Report new pain or tenderness (tendonitis) in arms or legs promptly.
• If you develop diarrhea while taking this medication, notify your doctor.
• Do not take any nonprescription medication to treat the diarrhea without first consulting your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Maxaquin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before taking this drug, tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you are taking, especially.