Levoday 500 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Veritas pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
Levoday Antibacterial Medicine
Categories
- Medicine
- Health & Personal Care
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
Levoday 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 treatment
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis treatment
- Community-acquired pneumonia treatment
- Urinary tract infections treatment
- Acute pyelonephritis treatment
- Skin and soft tissue infections treatment
- Enteric infections treatment
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 gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms.
Dosage
- 250 mg tablet
- 500 mg tablet
- 750 mg tablet
- Oral solution
- Intravenous infusion
Administration
- Levofloxacin infusion instructions
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
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Phototoxicity
- Tremors
- Depression
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake during administration
- Dose adjustment for renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low potential for acute toxicity, empty stomach, maintain hydration
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C, away from light and moisture