Evocin 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (20's pack: ৳ 240.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Hudson pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Acute maxillary sinusitis treatment
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis treatment
- Community-acquired pneumonia treatment
- Urinary tract infections treatment
- Acute pyelonephritis treatment
- Skin and soft tissue infections treatment
- Enteric infections treatment
Description
Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent for oral administration
Pharmacology
Exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
Dosage
- 250 mg tablet
- 500 mg tablet
- 750 mg tablet
- Oral solution
- Intravenous infusion
Administration
- Squeeze and release drip chamber to establish proper fluid level during infusion
- Regulate rate of administration with flow control clamp
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with multivalent cations-containing solutions
- Reduce absorption with antacids, iron and adsorbents
- Increased risk of CNS stimulation with NSAIDs
- Increased risk of bleeding with warfarin
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Phototoxicity
- Tremors
- Depression
- Anxiety
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake during administration
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low potential for acute toxicity, stomach should be emptied in case of overdosage
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture, Keep out of the reach of children