Lethiquin 500 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Levofloxacin hemihydrate
Company	Rangs pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of acute maxillary sinusitis
Treatment of acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
Treatment of community-acquired pneumonia
Treatment of urinary tract infections
Treatment of pyelonephritis
Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
Treatment of enteric infections

Description

Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative

Color Options

White tablets
Clear solution for injection

Pharmacology

Inhibits bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase

Dosage

250 mg tablets
500 mg tablets
750 mg tablets
Oral solution
Intravenous injection

Administration

Instructions for use of Levofloxacin infusion

Interactions

No co-administration with multivalent cations
Reduced absorption with antacids and iron
Possible interaction with NSAIDs and warfarin

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents

Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Phototoxicity
Rare occurrences of tremors, depression, anxiety

Pregnancy & Lactation

Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing

Precautions & Warnings

Administered 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 overdose

Therapeutic Class

4-Quinolone preparations

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C, away from light and moisture