MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE

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(mox-i-flox’a-sin)
Avelox, Vigamox
Classifications: antiinfective; antibiotic; quinolone
Prototype: Ciprofloxacin
Pregnancy Category: C

NURSING IMPLICATIONS

Assessment & Drug Effects

• Monitor therapeutic effectiveness indicated by clinical improvement of infection.
• Monitor for and notify physician immediately of adverse CNS effects.
• Notify physician immediately for S&S of hypersensitivity (see Appendix F).
• Lab tests: C&S before initiation of therapy and baseline serum potassium with history of hypokalemia.

Patient & Family Education

• Exercise care in timing of consumption of vitamins and antacids (see ADMINISTRATION).
• Drink fluids liberally, unless directed otherwise.
• Increased seizure potential is possible, especially when history of seizure exists.
• Stop taking drug and notify physician if experiencing palpitations, fainting, skin rash, severe diarrhea, ankle/foot pain, agitation, insomnia.
• Avoid engaging in hazardous activities until reaction to drug is known.
• Do not breast feed while taking this drug.

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