SKU	CMS2334
USA Brand Name	Levaquin
Strength	500mg
Generic Name	Levofloxacin
Manufacturer	Cipla, India

 

Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin)

What Is The Generic Name For Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion:

Levofloxacin is the generic version for Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin)

• Levaquin

About Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin)

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion contains an active ingredient, Levofloxacin which is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat a variety of infections like bronchitis, pneumonia, infections of the bladder caused by the bacteria. It is also used to treat infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It is widely available at all the drugstores, leading pharmacy, and medical supply stores and you must buy it by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Cipla, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion.

Strength:

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion Infusion contains Levofloxacin, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion is used in the treatment of disease conditions like:

• Cystitis
• Pyelonephriits
• Skin and structure Infection
• Pneumonia
• Bronchitis
• Inhalation Anthrax
• Plague

How Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin) Works:

Levofloxacin is the basic content present in Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion. Levofloxacin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. It thus prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Before You Use Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Levofloxacin
• You do not take alcohol
• Your doctor must know about all of your Pre-existing diseases, Surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, and Supplements you are taking.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

• You should avoid taking alcohol
• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

You should not use Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Are patient with a known history of tendon rupture or tendinitis
• Are patient with a known history of myasthenia gravis
• Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
• Always discuss with your doctor for best suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it
• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion contains Levofloxacin, which is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and has availability in various strengths and substitutes but should be given on prescription only. Discuss with your doctor for the duration and the dosage of the medicine as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion at a fixed time.

How Much Of The Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin) to Be Used:

As Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion. Do not take it on your own and for longer time than prescribed by doctor.

How To Take The Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion. kindly do not self administer this medicine.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin):

You are always advised to take Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take it in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if any overdose symptoms is suspected.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage to make up for the missed dosage. Since Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Levoflox 500 Mg IV Infusion (Levofloxacin)

• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Sleep disturbances
• Rash
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Nausea or vomiting

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion may interfere with other medicines you are already taking and these interactions can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Always inform your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that well planned medication can be recommended. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Tizanidine
• Zinc
• Magnesium Hydroxide
• Nimesulide
• Pramipexole
• Clozapine
• Phenytoin
• Olanzapine
• Tolbutamide
• Acarbose
• Escitalopram
• Ethinyl Estradiol
• Corticosteroids
• Quinidine
• Aspirin
• Antidiabetic drugs

It interacts with few diseased conditions like:

• Tendinitis and Tendon ruputure
• Photosensitivity
• Diarrhea
• Central nervous system disorders
• Colitis
• QT Prolongation
• Renal impairment
• Drug-resistance
• Hypersensitivity reactions

Warning And Precaution:

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion should be used very cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity
• Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
• Consult your physician to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment for better results.

Things To Remember:

• Keep out of reach of children
• It should be administered only by a slow intravenous infusion over a period of 30 to 90 minutes
• It should be used with caution in the elderly population as it increases the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture.
• Use caution while driving or doing any physical activity that requires concentration as Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion may cause dizziness.
• Drink sufficient amount of water to minimize the stomach irritation.
• Always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.
• Discuss with your doctor if you have any doubt related to the dosage, time, and strength of the medicine

Indications:

Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this Infusion before completion of the course on your own.

Storage:

Store the Levoflox 500 mg IV Infusion at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure that the Infusions should be intact and not damaged while storing.