Levoflox 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.05 (2 x 10: ৳ 301.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.50
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Levoflox
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibacterial
- Fluoroquinolone
- Tablets
- Injection
Description
- Synthetic
- Broad-spectrum
- Third-generation
- Chiral fluorinated carboxyquinolone
Indications
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Chronic bronchitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Urinary tract infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Enteric infections
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- In vitro activity against a wide range of microorganisms
Dosage
- 250 mg
- 500 mg
- 750 mg
- Oral administration
- Intravenous infusion
Administration
- Instructions for infusion
- Single-use only
- Oral solution before or after eating
Interaction
- Co-administration precautions with multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, adsorbents
- Increased risk with NSAIDs and warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Phototoxicity
- Rare side effects such as tremors, depression, anxiety, and confusion
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Low potential for acute toxicity
- Stomach emptying in case of overdose
- Patient observation and hydration maintenance
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Below 30°C temperature
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children