Chenopodium Oil - Avelox (Moxifloxacin) Interaction

Interaction Details

Moxifloxacin is classified as belonging to the following category: Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of chenopodium oil with other photosensitizing drugs can increase the risk of adverse effects.
Chenopodium species are also associated with photosensitivity.

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Likelihood of Occurrence

Interaction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports.

References

• Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

Moxifloxacin Overview

• Moxifloxacin is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia, and skin, and abdominal (stomach area) infections. Moxifloxacin is also used to prevent and treat plague (a serious infection that may be spread on purpose as part of a bioterror attack. Moxifloxacin may also be used to treat bronchitis or sinus infections but should not be used for these conditions if there are other treatment options available. Moxifloxacin is in a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.

• Antibiotics such as moxifloxacin will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.

Chenopodium Oil - More Interactions

Chenopodium Oil interacts with 333 drugs

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