Levo Plus Tablets (Levofloxacin)

Adult dosage

Normally, adults take 100 mg of levofloxacin orally 2-3 times a day. For severe patients or those with insufficient effect, 200 mg should be given orally 3 times a day. Adjust dosage appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication may cause serious side effects such as tendonitis and tendon rupture, so if such symptoms occur, use should be discontinued immediately. Peripheral neuropathy, such as tingling or abnormal sensations in hands and feet, may occur; if these symptoms appear, stop taking the medication and consult a doctor. It may affect the central nervous system, causing symptoms such as dizziness, anxiety, and seizures, so caution is advised. Patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsened symptoms when taking this medication, so it is recommended not to use it. This drug is used only for specific bacterial infections and should be administered safely only when no other treatment options are available. Elderly patients, patients with poor kidney function, and those taking corticosteroids should be cautious as the risk of tendon rupture is increased. Use is not recommended for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, nursing mothers, or adolescents under the age of 18. Patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures should use this medication cautiously due to the risk of seizures. This medication can cause various serious allergic reactions, skin rashes, pseudomembranous colitis, liver dysfunction, blood abnormalities, etc.; if any abnormal symptoms occur, notify medical staff immediately. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during driving or operating machinery, so caution is required. When taking this medication, there may be potential interactions with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken, especially antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, blood glucose-lowering agents, and anticoagulants. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac arrhythmias may occur, requiring immediate medical treatment. Long-term or excessive use of this medication can lead to the development of resistant bacteria, so it should be taken only for the prescribed duration as directed by a physician.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by coughing and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• diarrhea
• vaginitis
• insomnia
• abdominal pain
• bloating
• itching
• dizziness
• rash
• dyspepsia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is best to keep it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication safely.

Appearance

White circular film-coated tablets

Package unit

In-house packaging unit