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Create ABHAIntroduction to Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- Levofloxacin is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including infections of the skin, sinuses, kidneys, bladder, and lungs.
- It belongs to a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones.
How Levoquin 500mg Infusion works
Levofloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes necessary for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination in bacteria, leading to the death of the bacteria.
How To Use Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- Take Levofloxacin exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
Special Precautions About Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of tendon disorders, kidney disease, or myasthenia gravis. Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen, as Levofloxacin can increase sensitivity to sunlight.
Benefits Of Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- Effective against a wide range of bacterial infections.
- Treats respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.
Side Effects Of Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- diarrhea
- headache
- dizziness
What If I Missed A Dose Of Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose.
Health And Lifestyle
Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Finish the entire prescribed course of Levofloxacin even if you feel better. Do not take Levofloxacin with dairy products, as they can interfere with absorption.
Drug Interaction
- Antacids
- Multivitamins
Disease Explanation
Illnesses caused by harmful bacteria, which can affect various parts of the body, such as the lungs, urinary tract, and skin, and require antibiotic treatment.
Safety Advice for Levoquin 500mg Infusion
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Limited Data.
Use with caution in patients with liver impairment.
Dose adjustment may be required for those with kidney issues.
Limited Data.
Limited Data.
Limited Data.
FAQ's on Levoquin 500mg Infusion
Is Levoquin safe to use?
Levoquin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.<br>
Written By
Pranav ayush
MBA in Pharmaceutical
Content Updated on
Friday, 6 September, 2024
