Levoflox 250mg

Levoflox 250mg contains the active ingredient Levofloxacin, an antibiotic medicine effective in treating infections caused by bacteria. It is prescribed to adults aged 18 years or older to treat infections of the following:

• Sinuses
• Lungs in people with long-term breathing issues or pneumonia
• Skin and soft tissue
• Urinary tract, including your kidneys or bladder
• Prostate gland

In some cases, an infection is caused by a virus rather than a bacteria (viral infections in the airways and sinuses, such as the common cold & flu). As an antibiotic, Levoflox does not kill viruses. 

The working mechanism of the drug:

The active ingredient of the medicine, Levofloxacin, belongs to the group of medications known as quinolones, which restrict the growth of bacteria, destroy the bacteria, and reduce the infection.

Levoflox tablets can be taken an hour or two hours after eating food. Unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider, it is best to take the tablet at the same time and drink plenty of fluids while receiving this antibiotic treatment. Avoid sharing your antibiotic with anyone.  

The dosage usually depends on the patient’s kidney function, condition of the patient, and response to the treatment. The length of treatment depends on the type and severity of the infection. The normal recommended dose is one or two tablets daily. Patients with renal impairment or reduced kidney activity may require a dose adjustment and need lower doses than patients with normal kidney function. 

Although you may feel better during the initial days of the treatment, Levoflox should be taken exactly as prescribed. It is important to complete the tablet course as your healthcare specialist prescribes. This will help ensure that all the bacteria are destroyed and reduce the chance that the bacteria will become resistant to Levofloxacin. Do not discontinue the treatment even if your symptoms begin to improve before you have finished the entire course. Treatment discontinuation too soon may cause the infection to return, the condition may get worse, or there is a high chance that the bacteria may become resistant to the medicine. If you think stopping medication can help you eliminate an unwanted effect, inform your healthcare specialist to receive advice before taking the dose. 

Note:  Misuse or overuse of antibiotic medicine could cause bacterial growth, and the medication may not be stopped due to the development of resistance. If they develop resistance, there is a chance the antibiotic may not work in the future. 

Levoflox medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe allergic reactions to an antibiotic known as fluoroquinolone or if they are allergic to any other ingredients present in the formulation.   Antibacterial medicines like Levoflox treat only bacterial infections, which are ineffective against viral infections. It is important to inform the healthcare provider in case of any of the following conditions:

• Tendon problems
• Nerve problems
• Central nervous system problems
• Low blood potassium
• History of seizures
• Liver problems
• Kidney problems
• Bone and joint problems
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• An irregular heartbeat

Patients should ask their healthcare specialist if they take other medicines, as some affect how one’s body absorbs Levofloxacin. It is always recommended to take the medicine at least two hours after taking these medicines. Such medicines include iron and zinc supplements and products containing magnesium, calcium, magnesium, or aluminum. Especially tell your healthcare expert about the following:

• An oral anti-diabetic agent or insulin
• An NSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory Drug). Many pain relief medicines belong to the category of NSAIDs. Coadministration of NSAIDs with Levoflox or any other fluoroquinolones may increase the risk of seizures and increase your risk of the central nervous system.
• A medication used for controlling heart rate or rhythm
• A tricyclic antidepressant
• A steroid medicine. Corticosteroid drugs taken orally or via injection may increase the chance of tendon injury.
• A water pill
• Theophylline
• Certain medications may keep Levofloxacin from working correctly. Take the tablet/capsule/oral solution either two hours after taking these products:

• Sucralfate
• Didanosine
• A multivitamin, antacid, or other product that has aluminum, zinc, iron, magnesium, or zinc

Levoflox can make you feel dizzy and lightheaded. Avoid driving, operating machinery,  or indulging in activities that require your complete attention or alertness until you know how this antibiotic affects you. 

Levoflox tablets can be taken an hour or two hours after eating food. Unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider, it is best to take the tablet at the same time and drink plenty of fluids while receiving this antibiotic treatment. Avoid sharing your antibiotic with anyone.  

The dosage usually depends on the patient’s kidney function, condition of the patient, and response to the treatment. The length of treatment depends on the type and severity of the infection. The normal recommended dose is one or two tablets daily. Patients with renal impairment or reduced kidney activity may require a dose adjustment and need lower doses than patients with normal kidney function. 

Although you may feel better during the initial days of the treatment, Levoflox should be taken exactly as prescribed. It is important to complete the tablet course as your healthcare specialist prescribes. This will help ensure that all the bacteria are destroyed and reduce the chance that the bacteria will become resistant to Levofloxacin. Do not discontinue the treatment even if your symptoms begin to improve before you have finished the entire course. Treatment discontinuation too soon may cause the infection to return, the condition may get worse, or there is a high chance that the bacteria may become resistant to the medicine. If you think stopping medication can help you eliminate an unwanted effect, inform your healthcare specialist to receive advice before taking the dose. 

Note:  Misuse or overuse of antibiotic medicine could cause bacterial growth, and the medication may not be stopped due to the development of resistance. If they develop resistance, there is a chance the antibiotic may not work in the future.