Levo 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 33.33 (3 x 3: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Astra biopharmaceuticals ltd |
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Indications
- Treatment of mild, moderate, and severe infections
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Urinary tract infections
- Acute pyelonephritis
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Enteric infections
Description
- Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent
- Oral administration
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- Activity against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms
Dosage
- 250 mg, 500 mg, or 750 mg tablets
- Oral administration
- Intravenous infusion
- Different doses for various conditions
Administration
- Instructions for use of Levofloxacin infusion
Interaction
- No co-administration with multivalent cations
- Reduction of absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Increased risk with NSAIDs and warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence
- Rare phototoxicity
- Rarely seen effects like tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
- Effects on unborn child or nursing infant unknown
Precautions & Warnings
- Slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Stomach should be emptied in case of acute overdosage
- Patient observation and hydration maintenance
Storage Conditions
- Below 30°C temperature
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children