Levofloxacin tablet uses

Usual Adult Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Usual Pediatric Dose for: • • • • • Additional dosage information: • • • • • Usual Adult Dose for Nosocomial Pneumonia 750 mg orally or IV every 24 hours for 7 to 14 days Comments: • Adjunctive therapy recommended as clinically indicated. • Coadministration with an antipseudomonal beta-lactam recommended if Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a documented/possible pathogen. • Current guidelines should be consulted for additional information. Use: For the treatment of nosocomial pneumonia due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, P aeruginosa, Serratia marcescens, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae Usual Adult Dose for Pneumonia For 7 to 14 day regimen: 500 mg orally or IV every 24 hours for 7 to 14 days For 5-day regimen: 750 mg orally or IV every 24 hours for 5 days Comments: • Multi-drug resistant S pneumoniae (MDRSP) isolates are isolates resistant to at least 2 of the following antibacterials: penicillin (MIC at least 2 mcg/mL), second-generation cephalosporins (e.g., cefuroxime), macrolides, tetracyclines, and sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim. Use: For the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia: • For 7 to 14 day regimen: Due to methicillin-susceptible S aureus, S pneumoniae (including MDRSP), H influenzae, H parainfluenzae, K pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Chlamydophila pneumoniae, Legionella pneumophila, or Mycoplasma pneumoniae • For 5-day reg...

Susceptible bacterial infections including acute bacterial sinusitis (ABS), acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (ABECB), nosocomial or community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), UTIs, acute pyelonephritis, chronic bacterial prostatitis, skin and skin structure infections. Inhalation anthrax (post-exposure): to reduce incidence or progression of disease (see full labeling). Plague. For ABS, ABECB, and uncomplicated UTIs: reserve for those who have no alternative treatment options. ≥18yrs (CrCl ≥50mL/min): Regimen depends on pathogen type (see full labeling). Oral soln: take on empty stomach. IV: infuse over 60 mins (250mg or 500mg), or over 90 mins (750mg). ABS: 500mg once daily for 10–14 days or 750mg once daily for 5 days. ABECB: 500mg once daily for 7 days. Nosocomial pneumonia: 750mg once daily for 7–14 days. CAP: 500mg once daily for 7–14 days or 750mg once daily for 5 days. Uncomplicated skin and skin structure: 500mg once daily for 7–10 days; complicated: 750mg once daily for 7–14 days. Prostatitis: 500mg once daily for 28 days. Uncomplicated UTIs: 250mg once daily for 3 days. Complicated UTIs, acute pyelonephritis: 250mg once daily for 10 days or 750mg once daily for 5 days. Postexposure inhalational anthrax: 500mg once daily for 60 days (start as soon as possible after exposure). Plague: 500mg once daily for 10–14 days. Renal impairment (CrCl <50mL/min): adjust dose; see full labeling. <6mos: not established. ≥6mos: Inhalation anthrax (post–exposure): <30k...

What is levofloxacin, and what is it used for? Levofloxacin is an antibiotic that is used for treating Many common infections in humans are caused by bacteria. Bacteria can grow and multiply, infecting different parts of the body. • • • • trovafloxacin ( • lomefloxacin (Maxaquin) Levofloxacin uses • Levofloxacin is used to treat infections of the sinuses, skin, • Levofloxacin is frequently used to treat urinary infections, including those resistant to other antibiotics, as well as • Levofloxacin is effective in treating infectious • Levofloxacin can be used to treat various obstetric infections, including • Inhalational • Levofloxacin is used for preventing and treating The FDA approved levofloxacin in December 1996. What are the side effects of levofloxacin? Serious side effects and warnings include: • Levofloxacin as well as other antibiotics in the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics have been associated with tendinitis and even rupture of tendons, particularly the Achilles tendon. • Fluoroquinolones have neuromuscular blocking activity and can worsen muscle The most frequently reported side effects are: • • • • Less common side effects include: • Difficulty sleeping • • • • Abdominal • Rare • • • • Central nervous system effects • • • • Abnormal • • Sun sensitivity Other serious side effects and adverse events of levofloxacin include: • Levofloxacin should be used with caution in patients with central nervous system diseases such as • Levofloxacin should be avoided in...

Warning • This medicine may cause severe side effects like irritated or torn tendons; nerve problems in the arms, hands, legs, or feet; and nervous system problems. These can happen alone or at the same time. They can happen within hours to weeks after starting this medicine (levofloxacin tablets). Some of these effects may not go away, and may lead to disability or death. • The chance of irritated or torn tendons is greater in people over the age of 60; heart, kidney, or lung transplant patients; or people taking steroid drugs. Tendon problems can happen as long as several months after treatment. Call your doctor right away if you have pain, bruising, or swelling in the back of the ankle, shoulder, hand, or other joints. Call your doctor right away if you are not able to move or bear weight on a joint or if you hear or feel a snap or pop. • Call your doctor right away if you have signs of nerve problems. These may include not being able to handle heat or cold; change in sense of touch; or burning, numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet. • Call your doctor right away if you have signs of nervous system problems. These may include anxiety, bad dreams, trouble sleeping, change in eyesight, dizziness, feeling confused, feeling nervous or agitated, feeling restless, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there), new or worse behavior or mood changes like depression or thoughts of suicide, seizures, or very bad headaches. • Do not...

Levofloxacin: 7 things you should know Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • 1. How it works • Levofloxacin is an antibiotic that may be used to treat certain bacterial infections. • Levofloxacin works by converting two bacterial enzymes, topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, into toxic enzymes that inhibit the manufacture and repair of DNA and other DNA processes, killing the bacteria. • Levofloxacin belongs to a group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics. 2. Upsides • Levofloxacin may be used to treat infections of the skin, sinuses, kidneys, bladder, and prostate caused by susceptible bacteria. However, it is usually only used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, chronic bronchitis, and sinusitis when other alternative treatment options have failed or cannot be used. • Levofloxacin may also be used to treat certain types of lung infections. • May be given as a preventive measure when people have been exposed to anthrax. • Effective against susceptible strains of several gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, for example: Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-susceptible strains only), S. epidermidis (methicillin-susceptible isolates), S. pneumoniae (including multi-drug resistant isolates), S. pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Also effective against Chlamydophila pneumoniae and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. • Available as oral tablets, oral solution, eye drops, and in an injectable form. • Generic levofloxacin is avail...

Type of medicine A quinolone antibiotic Used for Treating infections Also called Evoxil® Available as Tablets, eye drops Levofloxacin is given to treat a bacterial infection. It is useful for treating infections such as sinusitis, Other antibiotics are usually prescribed in preference to levofloxacin. Levofloxacin is reserved for infections which have not improved with other antibiotic treatment. It is also used if other, more preferred, antibiotics cannot be prescribed for some reason. Levofloxacin is also available as eye drops for the treatment of eye infections. For more information on this use see the leaflet Before taking levofloxacin tablets Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine may only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking levofloxacin it is important that your doctor knows: • If you are pregnant, trying for a baby, or breastfeeding. • If you are under 18 years of age. • If you have ever experienced a problem with your tendons, called tendonitis. • If you have any problems with the way your kidneys work. • If you have epilepsy or any other condition that causes fits. • If you have ever had mental health problems. • If you have a heart condition, or if you have been told you have an unusual heartbeat. • If you have aortic aneurysm or a family history of aneurysm disease. • If you have a condition causing tired and weak muscles, called myasthenia gravis. • If you know you hav...

Levofun-OZ Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection. It also relieves the painful symptoms of the infection. Levofun-OZ Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better, which will ensure a better recovery. Levofun-OZ Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually d...

Cenomar (Levofloxacin) Cenomar (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 gm-ve and gm+ve microorganisms. Cenomar (Levofloxacin) is bactericidal and exerts its antimicrobial effects via inhibition of bacterial DNA replication. It has a relatively long duration of action in comparison with other antibiotics that allows for once or twice daily dosing. Cenomar (Levofloxacin) is associated with QTc-interval prolongation and should be used with caution in patients with other risk factors for prolongation (e.g. hypokalemia, concomitant medications). Cenomar (Levofloxacin) has demonstrated in vitro activity against a number of aerobic gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and may carry some activity against certain species of anaerobic bacteria and other pathogens such as Chlamydia and Legionella. Resistance to levofloxacin may develop, and is generally due to mutations in DNA gyrase or topoisomerase IV, or via alterations to drug efflux. Cross-resistance may occur between levofloxacin and other fluoroquinolones, but is unlikely to develop between levofloxacin and other antibiotic classes (e.g. macrolides) due to significant differences in chemical structure and mechanism of action. As antimicrobial susceptibility patterns are geographically distinct, local antibiograms should be consulted to...

Introduction Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is also known by the brand names Levaquin, Levaquin, and Floxin. This antibiotic will be discussed in this blog post. It is a common antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections. Levofloxacin Tablet Uses Levofloxacin is an fluoroquinolone antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by killing the bacteria causing the infection. It comes in the form of tablet that is taken by mouth. It is usually given to people who are infected with these organisms, but it can also be given to people who are at risk of being infected with them. Levofloxacin TabletUses Levofloxacin is a type of antibiotic that is used to treat a number of bacterial infections and infections caused by fungi and protozoa. • It is also used to prevent and treat bacterial infections in people who are undergoing surgery, or have a severe burn. • It is also used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, ear, throat, and urinary tract. • It is also used to prevent infections caused by bacteria, like skin infections and lung infections. Composition Each tablet of Levofloxacin 500mg contains 500mg of levofloxacin, which is equivalent to 512.46mg of levofloxacin hydrate. Each 500mg tablet contains 7.68mg of lactose hydrate. Levofloxacin TabletBenefits • It is used in the treatment of infections of eye, chest, urinary tract, ear, nose, throat and skin. • It works by preventing the grow...