# Moxifloxacin Hcl (Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/moxifloxacin-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Moxifloxacin Hcl?

Moxifloxacin Hcl (brand name: Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride) is a prescription medication used to treat pneumonia and bacterial. Across the United States, 9,000 doctors prescribe Moxifloxacin to approximately 521,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride

## Indications

Moxifloxacin Hcl is prescribed for several conditions including pneumonia, bacterial, klebsiella infections, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Pneumonia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pneumonia)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Klebsiella Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/klebsiella-infections)
- [Haemophilus Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/haemophilus-infections)
- [Cystitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/cystitis)
- [Bacteroides Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacteroides-infections)
- [Streptococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/streptococcal-infections)
- [Bronchitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bronchitis)
- [Urinary Tract Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-tract-infections)
- [Pyelonephritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pyelonephritis)
- [Escherichia coli Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/escherichia-coli-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Moxifloxacin hydrochloride is a member of the fluoroquinolone class of antibacterial agents  .

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Bronchodilator
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

diarrhea, dizziness, headache, nausea

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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