Evo 500 mg/100 ml (IV Infusion)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Evo is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate and severe infections caused by susceptible strains of micro-organisms
- Acute maxillary sinusitis treatment
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis treatment
- Community-acquired pneumonia treatment
- Uncomplicated & complicated urinary tract infections treatment
- Acute pyelonephritis treatment
- Skin and soft tissue infections treatment
- Enteric infections treatment
Description
- Synthetic broad-spectrum antibacterial agent
- Third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative
- Oral administration
Pharmacology
- Levofloxacin is a synthetic broad-spectrum antibiotic
- Exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
Dosage
- Available in 250mg, 500mg, 750mg tablets
- Oral administration every 24 hours
- Intravenous infusion dosage instructions
Administration
- Instructions for Levofloxacin infusion
- Proper administration set-up steps
- Regulation of administration rate
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with solutions containing multivalent cations
- Interactions with antacids, iron, NSAIDs, and warfarin
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolones
Side Effects
- Some common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
- Effects on unborn child or nursing infant are unknown
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer Evo by slow intravenous infusion
- Ensure adequate water intake during administration
- Dose adjustment for renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Stomach should be emptied in case of overdose
- Maintain appropriate hydration
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children