Levoflox 250

Composition

Levofloxacin 250 mg (tablet)

Uses of Levoflox 250

Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (acute bacterial sinusitis, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, pneumonia), urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and other infections as prescribed.

• •Treats susceptible bacterial infections
• •Effective for respiratory infections
• •Useful in urinary tract infections
• •Helps in skin and soft tissue infections
• •Once-daily dosing in many indications

How it works

Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. This prevents DNA replication and repair, leading to bacterial cell death.

Directions for use

Oral tablet: take exactly as prescribed by the doctor, usually once daily. Can be taken with or without food; take with a full glass of water. Avoid taking simultaneously with antacids or supplements containing iron, zinc, magnesium or aluminium; keep a 2-hour gap before or 2–6 hours after (as advised). Complete the full course even if you feel better.

Side effects

Common side effects of Levoflox 250 may include:

• •nausea
• •diarrhea
• •headache
• •dizziness