Avelox is an antibiotic in the class of drugs called fluoroquinolones. It fights bacteria in the body.

Use Avelox exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you

Dizziness, nausea, or diarrhea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: uncontrolled movements (e.g., tremor), swelling of the arms/legs, numbness/tingling of the hands/feet, mental/mood changes (including rare thoughts of suicide

It is unknown whether Avelox passes into breast milk. Do not use Avelox without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Avelox is not approved for use by children younger than 18 years old

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Before taking Avelox, tell your doctor if you have
· a low level of potassium in your blood;
· a slow heart rate;
· heart disease;
· liver disease; or
· epilepsy or another seizure disorder

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Avelox is used to treat bacterial infections.

Use the Avelox for as many days as it was prescribed for you, even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not use Avelox without first talking to your doctor if you or any member of your family have a heart condition known as long QT syndrome. Also, do not use Avelox if you are also using a heart rhythm medicine such as quinidine (Cardioquin, Quinidex, Quinaglute), procainamide (Pronestyl, Procan SR), amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), sotalol (Betapace), and others.