Moxifloxacin for Bacterial Infection User Reviews

• Min...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2020

"I have mycoplasma genitalium. I’ve had it for nearly a year now. Was given other antibiotics before, but they were not effective, so now I’m on a ten-day course with moxifloxacin. I was ridiculously scared to take the tablets after reading into it so much and seeing the possible dangerous side effects, but decided I would do whatever it takes to get better. 4/10 days, I’ve had dizziness and fatigue, muscle ache, headaches that come and go, a little bit of tingling here and there in the arm, have also found myself getting very agitated and have been quite emotional. It’s not the easiest course to go through, but things seem to be clearing up."

• And...
• March 6, 2018

Moxifloxacin "Had a pretty nasty nasal infection with a rare bacteria. This was the 3rd round of antibiotics (the first two were not Avelox!). Took Avelox for 7 days. It is a very strong antibiotic, but it did the trick for me. Here's my advice: WHEN TO TAKE IT: Take it at night, this helps with some of the side effects (I got slightly dizzy, zoned out, and sleepy). BOWEL ISSUES: Drink a lot of mint tea (to avoid diarrhea). I drank nearly 1 liter a day and had close to no problems. Take a strong probiotic (or drink yogurt! natural, no sugar or flavors) to avoid other possible problems after finishing the antibiotic. I took double the normal dosage of probiotic just to be on the safe side. If female: take some antifungal ovules to avoid candida after finishing antibiotics (e.g., Canesten). STOMACH ISSUES: Take PPI to protect your stomach (omeprazole, esomeprazole, Nexium, whatever is prescribed by the doctor). Always take the antibiotic 30 minutes after dinner to avoid stomach pain. Wishing you all the best!"

• Anonymous
• October 19, 2011

Moxifloxacin "I can't wait until tomorrow. I took my last Avelox today, and unfortunately, it took me this long to figure out it was making me feel so sick. Nervous, shaky, nauseous, and my whole body is fatigued. I can't concentrate on my work and feel dizzy."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2023

"Worst medication. Ruined me. Had 8 days of antibiotics, moxifloxacin, for a chest infection. I started to feel dizzy, and had heart palpitations, pain, tingling in my legs and arm, headaches, felt lightheaded, and losing balance. I also found it hard to sleep, felt anxious and nervous, and paranoid. Some weird feelings. Been off the medication for 5 days and still feel side effects. Might even be for life. Hope not."

• Syd...
• January 18, 2016

Moxifloxacin "Absolute best antibiotic I've ever used! I was feeling better within 2 days. No side effects. I've used it for both a UTI and sinus infection. Worked amazingly both times. I have a sensitive stomach and usually hate taking medication. But this stuff really works."

• Bob...
• May 13, 2015

Moxifloxacin "At first, it seemed to help. Didn't connect the rash to the medication. Then blurred vision, high anxiety, nausea, tightness in my chest, and felt extremely ill, like I was going to die or have a heart attack."

• Aer...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2021

"I'm a 20-year-old girl. I was diagnosed with mycoplasma genitalium. I didn't know how long I had it or where or who I received it from. I was so scared I found myself Googling the medication and symptoms every second. First, my doctor tried doxycycline 2 by mouth every day for 7 days, it didn't work. I was still positive. I started losing hope, but I went back to my doctor, and she prescribed me moxifloxacin 2 doses for 7 days, and my test came back negative!!! Moxifloxacin does the job, everyone's body is different. Doxycycline works for some people, others may need a stronger dose like me."

• Acb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 14, 2019

"I took a 7-day cycle of moxifloxacin for an infection and had the worst side effects: extremely dizzy, agitated, tingling hands, tensed fingers, confused, severe panic attacks, depression, headaches, and just all around in a fog. I’ve been off the medication for a week, and I’m still experiencing these side effects. It’s horrible!"

• Dc2...
• June 11, 2016

Moxifloxacin "My second time taking Avelox for pneumonia. The benefits outweigh the side effects. I had most of the side effects associated with this medication: feeling extremely weak and tired, anxious, fast heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, headache. However, it cleared up my pneumonia."

• Mrs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 15, 2017

Moxifloxacin "I will ALWAYS remember back in 1998 when I was prescribed Avelox 400 mg. After taking one dose, this left me lethargic and with a feeling of being in a catatonic state of mind! I literally felt overpowered by this antibiotic. When I discussed it with my doctor, he educated me NOT to take any medications related to Avelox, such as Levaquin! Why? They're in the same family of drugs! (Quinolones) Do your research so you are well aware of what you're taking!"

• Arr...
• May 12, 2014

Moxifloxacin "I get horrible side effects from literally every other antibiotic out there, except for Avelox. Of course, all medications affect people differently, but I have never felt any of the effects people list here, except for a little fatigue. This medication works very well."

• luc...
• July 21, 2011

Moxifloxacin "First of all, I'm so saddened by so many horrified stories on this blog. My heart goes out to you all. I am on day 9 with Avelox. My doctor prescribed other medicines for this bacterial infection and bad cough that I have had for three months now. The first 2 days were horrible for me on Avelox. I was throwing up all night, heart beating fast, severe itching. By day 3, I felt great and my side effects now are not as bad, minor itching now. But I must say this medicine does work for me. It also has cleared up my skin on my face and I had blisters on my hand, big ones that also have cleared up. So I'm going to do a refill on this and continue this medicine for another 10 days. Good luck to all that had a bad experience with this medicine."

• Cit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2013

Moxifloxacin "I did get a bit dizzy, so I would take this at bedtime, and did at first get a faster heartbeat, but may have been because I read all the crazy side effects online. This medicine did work for me. Had an awful case of tonsillitis. Be sure to read the package and how other meds (even vitamins) you may be taking can alter the effects and increase chances of side effects."

• Anonymous
• July 14, 2009

Moxifloxacin "I have taken moxifloxacin for 2 days so far - and no side effects! In fact, I finally feel normal and healthy again. I wanted to die of flu symptoms before I took Avelox. I took Amoxicillin for 8 days (prior to Avelox), which did nothing! I went to my doctor, desperate, and he prescribed me 5 days of Avelox. I have taken 2, no side effects, and finally, finally feel well again. I was sick for over 2 weeks, flu, severe body aches, severe sore throat/majorly swollen glands on the right side of my neck, severe earache on the right side, fever, headache - miserable! Avelox fixed me. Thank you, Doctor. Thank you, Avelox! Just educate yourself on precautions! There are many things you need to do (take in morning, don't take with certain medicines)."

• Anonymous
• October 2, 2011

Moxifloxacin "The next day after taking it, I began to have twitching in my hands and fingers, dizzy, could not walk a straight line, and was extremely tired, sleeping 20 hours (I usually sleep 6 hours). After being taken off, after 3 days, most of my strength has returned, still a bit lightheaded. Apparently, these effects affect 2% who take the medicine."

• Cnu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2021

"I have been on this medication for 6 days due to my infection. Took azithromycin, didn’t work. Now this. I’m still experiencing pain from my infection and weird abdominal movements, emptying my bowels, constantly hungry, always scared this pill won't work for me. :( Just want this pain gone."

• Sai...
• March 15, 2017

Moxifloxacin "Taken to address a long-standing prostate infection. On the 4th day of a 20-day course (400 mg once daily). Side effects include: slight to moderate confusion and vertigo. Slight to moderate tinnitus, loss of appetite, pasty mouth, thirst, mild tendonitis in the left knee. I'm not my positive, engaging self, and it's affecting my teaching (high school chemistry). I drive a motorcycle, so the vertigo and confusion symptoms are worrisome. I can deal with the above side effects provided they do not worsen. Prostatitis seems better, but it's too early for any conclusions in that regard. I'm continuing with the treatment."

• Nur...
• April 25, 2014

Moxifloxacin "Took my first dose of Avelox while I was at work (I am a nurse). About 15-20 minutes later, I began to itch on my neck, then my face and mouth began to swell and itch. Luckily, I was at a place where I could get epinephrine on board right away to prevent an anaphylactic reaction!"

• mal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2016

Moxifloxacin "Please read my experience carefully. Months before I took Avelox, the landlord had sprayed all the complex with insect repellent, it was so strong that I felt I couldn't breathe. I went straight away to the doctor, where they administered Ventolin and oxygen. I felt better, but ever since, I became extremely sensitive. I could not smell perfumes or Dettol/gas stations without feeling suffocated. Months later, I got sick with the flu, and the flu went to my chest, and I couldn't breathe and experienced pain in my chest. I was taken to the hospital and was given a nebulizer but didn't feel better, so they did an X-ray and gave me Avelox. I got all the side effects, but it cleared it, and my asthma! Not sensitive anymore! So to keep it short, it fixed my lungs."

• Kar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2021

"I was sadly infected with an infection by my partner. It has been a nightmare failing both azithromycin and doxy. I am now on 10 days of moxifloxacin. By day 2, I already got a HUGE reduction in symptoms, but at a cost: I am experiencing aching in my joints and muscles, random twinges of pain in my ears, and it has exacerbated my preexisting tinnitus. My tinnitus hasn't bothered me this much in years. Understand if you take this, there is a good chance of developing tinnitus or worsening it if you already have it. I can only hope it quiets down after I finish treatment."

• Anonymous
• March 26, 2010

Moxifloxacin "Symptoms started clearing 12 hours after the first dose. Doctor prescribed 10 days at 400 mg/day. All of my bacterial symptoms (sore throat, headache, drainage, cough, upset stomach, fever) were gone by dose 4. No serious side effects."

• Eri...
• June 21, 2010

Moxifloxacin "This drug was a miracle for me! I was very skeptical about taking these because of the horrible reviews that are out there. I went to my doctor and he prescribed me Azithromycin. It did nothing for me. My ear got really inflamed, and I was half deaf in my ear. Fluid was blocked up. I went back to the doctor 2 days later (Wednesday), and he prescribed me steroids to get rid of the inflammation, and he gave me Avelox. He told me to start Avelox Saturday, if needed. Saturday came, and I seemed to be better. I didn't take it. Sunday came, and the ear pain came back. I took Avelox, and my ear infection feels like it's 80% healed! It's been about 29 hours since I took the first pill, and my ear feels amazing! NO side effects!"

• Ric...
• June 10, 2018

Moxifloxacin "I was diagnosed as having actinomycosis (lumpy jaw). First, I was put on amoxicillin and then changed to Avelox (now in week 2 of it). I will continue it for another month and a half, then I will be switched to another antibiotic for a while. The doctor is an infectious disease specialist and said that my condition takes a long time to cure. So far, no ill side effects. The lumpy jaw came about after mouth surgery to remove a cancer, and so far (almost 2 years), no more cancer! I also had radiation and chemo for the cancer. Keeping on keeping on!"

• And...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2023

"I’m on day 3. Feeling extremely anxious, multiple panic attacks, diarrhea, fatigue, lightheadedness, some back aches, fast heartbeat. I’ll continue with it as these symptoms seem to come and go alongside the anxiety. The problem is I have no way of contacting a doctor for the next few days, so I kind of just have to push through."

• MGU...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 3, 2020

"I seem to tolerate this moxifloxacin fluoroquinolone better than the others. Don't know why. Cipro gave me immediate joint/tendon pain in my left leg after one dose, and I felt like I was dying from three days on Levofloxacin, aka Levaquin."