Levofloxacin Tablet (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dosage

Tablet 100 mg: For ordinary adults, 100 mg is taken orally 2-3 times a day as levofloxacin. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, 200 mg is taken orally 3 times a day. Tablets 250, 500 mg: For ordinary adults, 250-750 mg is taken orally once daily as levofloxacin. Dosage adjustment is needed based on renal function. Injection: administered via drip intravenous infusion 1-2 times a day

This medication is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and may cause tendon-related problems such as tendonitis or tendon rupture. If pain or inflammation occurs in the tendons while taking this medication, use should be discontinued immediately and consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. Peripheral neuropathy and central nervous system symptoms may also occur, so caution is advised if sensory abnormalities or neurological symptoms develop. Patients with myasthenia gravis should avoid using this medication as symptoms may worsen. This medication is used only for specific infections and should be administered only when no alternative treatment is available. Caution is required in elderly patients, those with impaired kidney function, and when used concurrently with corticosteroids as the risk of tendon rupture may increase. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as children and adolescents in growth, should not use this medication. Serious allergic reactions, psychiatric symptoms, liver dysfunction, blood abnormalities, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rashes, and various other side effects may occur during use; any abnormal symptoms should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. Additionally, this medication may cause photosensitivity reactions, so exposure to strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet light should be avoided. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery; caution is advised. There are many potential drug interactions, especially with anticoagulants, hypoglycemics, antacids, so consultation with a healthcare professional is required when taking them together. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac irregularities may occur, so it is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever and respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision problems, paralysis, urinary problems

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• dizziness
• headache
• tremors
• anxiety
• depression
• psychotic reactions
• restlessness
• confusion
• seizures

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30, 300 tablets/bottle