Maxaquin (lomefloxacin) and Alcohol / Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Maxaquin (lomefloxacin):
lomefloxacin ↔ multivitamins with minerals
Moderate Drug Interaction
Lomefloxacin and multivitamin with minerals should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain magnesium, aluminum, calcium, iron, and/or other minerals may interfere with the absorption of lomefloxacin into the bloodstream and reduce its effectiveness. If possible, it may be best to avoid taking multivitamin with minerals while your are being treated with lomefloxacin. Otherwise, you should take lomefloxacin either 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after the multivitamin with minerals dose. Talk to a healthcare professional if you are not sure whether a product contains something that could potentially interact with your medication or if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Maxaquin (lomefloxacin) drug Interactions
There are 607 drug interactions with Maxaquin (lomefloxacin)
Maxaquin (lomefloxacin) disease Interactions
There are 9 disease interactions with Maxaquin (lomefloxacin) which include:
- Cns Disorders
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Qt Interval Prolongation
- Tendonitis
- Colitis
- Crystalluria
- Diabetes
- Hemodialysis
- Renal Dysfunction
Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No information available. |
Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.
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