Levox 500mg Infusion
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Claris Lifesciences Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Fluoroquinolone |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 534 |
FAQ
Can the use of Levox 500mg increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of Levox 500mg is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Levox 500mg but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
How is Levox 500mg administered?
Levox 500mg should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Levox 500mg.
Is Levox 500mg safe?
Levox 500mg is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Can the use of Levox 500mg cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Levox 500mg can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Is Levox 500mg effective?
Levox 500mg is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Levox 500mg too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if you forget to take Levox Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Levox 500mg, consult your doctor.
Levox 500mg Infusion Reviews
Levox 500mg is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Levox 500mg is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Levox 500mg is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
How Levox 500mg Infusion Works
Levox 500mg is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
How to Use Levox 500mg Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Benefits of Levox 500mg Infusion
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Levox 500mg is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Uses of Levox 500mg Infusion
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Levox 500mg Infusion Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CAUTION
Levox 500mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levox 500mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levox 500mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Levox 500mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Driving
UNSAFE
Levox 500mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levox 500mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Levox 500mg does not cause any harmful side effects.
Quick Tips
- Discontinue Levox 500mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Your doctor has prescribed Levox 500mg to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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