Levosina 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.50 (2 x 10: ৳ 310.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 155.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of acute maxillary sinusitis
- Treatment of acute 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
Description
- Synthetic broad-spectrum antibacterial agent
- Third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- Activity against a wide range of microorganisms
Dosage
- Available in tablet and injection forms
- Oral administration
- Intravenous infusion for injection
- Can be administered without regard to food
- Different dosages for various conditions
- Sequential therapy option
Administration
- Instructions for Levofloxacin infusion
- Checking for leaks and solution integrity
- Proper fluid level establishment
- Expelling air from the set
- Regulation of administration rate
Interaction
- Contraindicated with solutions containing multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Potential 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, flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Rarely seen: tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion
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 emptying in case of acute overdosage
- Appropriate hydration maintenance
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Away from light & moisture
- Out of reach of children