Leflox 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.11 (2 x 10: ৳ 302.20)
Strip Price: ৳ 151.10
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Aci limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of acute maxillary sinusitis
- Treatment of bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Treatment of community-acquired pneumonia
- Treatment of uncomplicated & complicated urinary tract infections
- Treatment of acute pyelonephritis
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of enteric infections
Formulation
Oral tablet, oral solution, injection
Pharmacology
Broad-spectrum antibacterial agent, inhibits bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
Dosage
- 250 mg tablet
- 500 mg tablet
- 750 mg tablet
- Oral solution
- Intravenous infusion
AdministrationInstructions
- Check for leaks in the container
- Do not use if solution is cloudy
- Administer by intravenous infusion
- Regulate rate of administration with flow control clamp
Interactions
- Avoid co-administration with multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Increased risk of CNS stimulation with NSAID
- Increased risk of bleeding with warfarin
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
SideEffects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Rare occurrence of tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion
PregnancyAndLactation
Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake during administration
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
OverdoseEffects
Low potential for acute toxicity, stomach should be emptied, maintain appropriate hydration
TherapeuticClass
4-Quinolone preparations
StorageConditions
Keep below 30°C, away from light & moisture, keep out of the reach of children