Moxifloxacin Injection

282 interactions 387 cited references
Also sold as: Avelox Avelox® I.V. Vigamox
About Moxifloxacin Injection

Moxifloxacin injection is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia; and skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections. Moxifloxacin injection is also used to prevent and treat plague (a serious infection that may be spread on purpose as part of a bioterror attack. Moxifloxacin injection may… Read the full Moxifloxacin Injection drug information page →

Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS · Updated Aug 9, 2026 · Editorial policy · Data sources

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12 Contraindicated 251 Major 19 Moderate
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