Tivanik 500 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Silva 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
- Urinary tract infections
- Acute pyelonephritis
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Enteric infections
Description
- Synthetic
- Broad-spectrum
- Third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative
- Oral administration
- Chiral fluorinated carboxyquinolone
Pharmacology
- Antibacterial action
- Inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
- DNA replication
- Transcription repair
- In vitro activity against a wide range of microorganisms
Dosage
- 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg tablets
- Oral solution
- Intravenous infusion
- Administration with or without regard to food
- Dosing regimen for adults and children
- Sequential therapy (intravenous to oral)
Administration
- Instructions for Levofloxacin Infusion
- Container leakage check
- Preparation for infusion
- Regulation of administration rate
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Increased risk with NSAIDs and warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Rare neurological effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
- Effects on unborn child or nursing infant are unknown
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 acute overdosage
- Patient observation and hydration
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children