Levoquin/Alevo

Drug Name:

Levofloxacin 250mg, 500mg, 750mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Levaquin

Levaquin

Details

Levofloxacin 250mg, 500mg, 750mg Tablets are Antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. These tablets belong to a class of drugs called Quinolone Antibiotics. Levaquin is the international name of this medication. However, in India, it is known by the name Alevo and Levoquin.

Purpose:

Levaquin tablets are indicated for treating:

  • Nosocomial Pneumonia
  • Community-Acquired Pneumonia
  • Complicated skin and skin structure infections
  • Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections
  • Chronic bacterial prostatitis
  • Inhalational anthrax
  • Plague
  • Complicated urinary tract infections
  • Acute pyelonephritis
  • Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
  • Acute bacterial sinusitis

 

Dosage:

The recommended Levoquin tablets dosage for effective results are as follows:

  • For Nosocomial Pneumonia, and Complicated skin and skin structure infections: 750 mg, once a day for 7-14 days.
  • For community-acquired pneumonia: 500 mg, once a day, for 7-14 days.
  • For chronic bacterial prostatitis: 500 mg, once daily, for 28 days.
  • For other conditions, follow the dosage strictly as prescribed by your doctor.

 

Side effects:

  • Common side effects of Levofloxacin 250mg, 500mg, 750mg Tablets are nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, headache, trouble sleeping l, or lightheadedness may occur.
  • Severe side effects of Levoquin are tendinitis and tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, hypersensitivity reactions l, hepatotoxicity, clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, blood glucose disturbances, photosensitivity, and development of drug-resistant bacteria.
  • If any of the side effects while consuming Alevo tablets persist for long, consult your doctor right away.

 

Precautions and measures:

  • Finish the full course and do not drop it in between, even if you start feeling better.
  • If you feel any tingling sensations, tendons, or numbness too often, inform your doctor.
  • If you’re allergic to antibiotics such as ofloxacin, ciprofloxacin, or moxifloxacin, Levofloxacin 250mg, 500mg, 750mg Tablets are not meant for you.
  • Inform your doctor if you have had a history of high blood pressure, kidney problems, seizure disorder, blockage of the aorta, myasthenia gravis, bursitis, or peripheral neuropathy, before starting with Alevo tablets.
  • There can be instances where your heart rhythm (QT prolongation) is affected due to the consumption of this drug.
  • Keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels while being on medication of Alevo.
  • Eat meals at the scheduled timings, and do not skip them.
  • Limit your intake of alcohol and marijuana as it can lead to extreme dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Limit your time under the sun when you’re consuming Levoquin. Cover yourself properly while going out and use sunscreen.

 

Interactions:

Do not take Levofloxacin 250mg, 500mg, 750mg Tablets along with Strontium as it might produce opposite results.