Levofloxacin 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Pristine pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of mild, moderate and severe infections
- Effective against specific microorganisms
- Treats sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections, enteric infections
Description
- Synthetic broad-spectrum antibacterial agent
- Third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative
- For oral administration
- Chiral fluorinated carboxyquinolone
Pharmacology
- Exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- In vitro activity against a wide range of microorganisms
Dosage
- Available in 250mg, 500mg, and 750mg tablets
- Recommended dosage for various infections in adults and children
- Oral and intravenous administration
Administration
- Instructions for the use of Levofloxacin infusion
- Precautions for administering the infusion
- Discarding unused portion of the injection
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with solutions containing multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Potential interaction with NSAIDs and warfarin
Contraindications
- Not for patients with hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Common side-effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Rare side-effects like tremors, depression, anxiety, and confusion
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate hydration during administration
- Dose adjustment for renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Emptying the stomach in case of acute overdosage
- Observation and maintaining hydration for the patient
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to the 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children