Levoflox 500 mg/100 ml (IV Infusion)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
Levoflox
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibacterial Agent
- Fluoroquinolone
- Infection Treatment
Description
Levoflox is a synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent for oral administration. Chemically levofloxacin is a chiral fluorinated carboxyquinolone.
Indications
- Acute Maxillary Sinusitis
- Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis
- Community-Acquired Pneumonia
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Acute Pyelonephritis
- Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
- Enteric Infections
Dosage
- 250 mg Tablets
- 500 mg Tablets
- 750 mg Tablets
- Oral Solution
- Intravenous Infusion
- Adult Doses
- Children Doses
Pharmacology
Levofloxacin exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, the enzymes required for DNA replication, transcription repair and recombination. It has in vitro activity against a wide range of gm-ve and gm+ve microorganisms.
Administration
- Oral Administration
- Intravenous Administration
- Instructions for Infusion
Interaction
- Co-administration Caution
- Interactions with Antacids
- NSAID Interaction
- Warfarin Interaction
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Quinolone Allergy
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal Pain
- Phototoxicity
- Tremors
- Depression
- Anxiety
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Slow Infusion Administration
- Hydration
- Renal Insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low toxicity potential, gastric emptying, observation, hydration
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone Preparations
Storage Conditions
- Temperature Limit
- Light & Moisture Sensitivity