Avelox 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (20's pack: ৳ 240.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Marker pharma ltd |
Title
Avelox Antibacterial Tablets
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibiotics
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
- Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative
Indications
- Treatment of mild, moderate, and severe infections caused by susceptible micro-organisms
- Indicated for acute maxillary sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, enteric infections
Pharmacology
- Exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- In vitro activity against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms
Dosage
- 250 mg, 500 mg, or 750 mg orally every 24 hours
- Can be administered without regard to food
- Dosage adjustments for different conditions and age groups
- Sequential therapy (intravenous to oral) may be instituted
Administration
- Instructions for the use of Levofloxacin Infusion
- Dosage limitations for intravenous administration
- Disposal of unused portion
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with solutions containing multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Potential interaction with NSAIDs and warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
Pregnancy and lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
- Effects on the unborn child or nursing infant are unknown
Precautions and warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Maintain adequate hydration
- Exercise dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Stomach should be emptied in case of acute overdosage
- Maintain appropriate hydration
Therapeutic class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage conditions
- Keep below 30°C
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children