Leoflox 250 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.02 (1 x 10: ৳ 70.20)
Strip Price: ৳ 70.20
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Alco pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of acute maxillary sinusitis
- Treatment of acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Treatment of community-acquired pneumonia
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Treatment of acute pyelonephritis
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of enteric infections
Description
- Synthetic antibacterial agent
- Broad-spectrum
- Third-generation fluoroquinolone
- Oral administration
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV
- Inhibition of DNA gyrase
- Inhibition of DNA replication
- Inhibition of transcription
- Inhibition of repair mechanisms
- Inhibition of recombination
Dosage
- Available in 250 mg, 500 mg, and 750 mg tablets
- Oral and intravenous administration
- Daily dosing regimen
- Variety of dosing regimens based on condition
Administration
- Specific instructions for Levofloxacin infusion
- Proper setup and handling guidelines
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with multivalent cations
- Interactions with antacids, iron, NSAIDs, and warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin
- Contraindicated in patients with history of quinolone hypersensitivity
Side Effects
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Rare side effects like phototoxicity, tremors, depression
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Slow intravenous administration
- Adequate water intake during treatment
- Dose adjustment for renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Guidelines for managing acute overdosage
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children