Lin 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.05 (20's pack: ৳ 301.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Kemiko pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of mild, moderate, and severe infections
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Uncomplicated & complicated urinary tract infections
- Acute pyelonephritis
- Uncomplicated & complicated skin and soft tissue infections
- Enteric infections
- Mild to moderate case of diarrhea, cholera, shigellosis & enteritis
Description
Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent for oral administration
Pharmacology
Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
Dosage
- 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg orally every 24 hours
- Different doses for various conditions and age groups
Administration
Instructions for the use of Levofloxacin infusion
Interaction
Avoid co-administration with solutions containing multivalent cations, antacids, iron, adsorbents, NSAIDs, and warfarin
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Other rare side effects such as tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Take adequate water to avoid concentrated urine
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low potential for acute toxicity, stomach should be emptied in case of overdosage, and patients kept under observation with appropriate hydration
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C, away from light & moisture, and out of the reach of children