4 Quin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

4 Quin 400mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of 4 Quin Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of 4 Quin Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

4 Quin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of 4 Quin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of 4 Quin

Eye discomfort
Dry eye
Burning sensation in eye

How to use 4 Quin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. 4 Quin 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with 4 Quin 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

4 Quin 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

4 Quin 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

4 Quin 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
4 Quin 400mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

4 Quin 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of 4 Quin 400mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

4 Quin 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of 4 Quin 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of 4 Quin 400mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

4 Quin 400mg Tablet

₹24.52/Tablet

Mahaflox 400 Tablet

Mankind Pharma Ltd

₹19.69/tablet

20% cheaper

Moxif 400 Tablet

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹28.27/tablet

15% costlier

M-Cin Tablet

Lupin Ltd

₹24.19/tablet

1% cheaper

Moxam 400 Tablet

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

₹27.46/tablet

12% costlier

Moxiflox Tablet

Cipla Ltd

₹28.45/tablet

16% costlier

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed 4 Quin 400mg Tablet for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

fungal infections about 4-5 year old

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Take gandhak rasayan 1 tablet twice, Nimbadi churan half spoon thrice, Apply Jatyadi oil on the area

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