Levofloxacin Tablet 250 mg (Levofloxacin Hemihydrate)

Adult dose

The usual adult dose is 250 to 750 mg of levofloxacin administered orally once daily. For patients with normal kidney function, the dosage and duration of treatment vary depending on the type of infection. Complicated skin and soft tissue infections should be treated with 750 mg at 24-hour intervals for 10 to 14 days. Community-acquired pneumonia should be treated with 500 mg at 24-hour intervals for 7 days. Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis should be treated for 7 days. Acute sinusitis treatment should last for 10 to 14 days.

This medication may cause problems with tendons, such as tendonitis or tendon rupture; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately if there is pain or inflammation in the tendons. Peripheral neuropathy, such as tingling or sensory abnormalities in the hands and feet, may occur, so if these symptoms arise, stop taking the medication and consult a doctor. It may affect the central nervous system, leading to symptoms like dizziness, anxiety, depression, or seizures, so caution is needed if such symptoms occur. Patients with myasthenia gravis should not use this medication as it may worsen their symptoms. This medication should not be administered to pregnant women, women of childbearing potential, nursing mothers, or children and adolescents in growth. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function may have prolonged drug presence in their bodies, increasing the risk of side effects, so dose adjustment and caution are necessary. During treatment with this medication, it is important to avoid strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet exposure, and if a skin rash or blistering occurs, treatment should be immediately stopped. Diabetes patients who require blood sugar control should frequently check their blood sugar levels as this medication may cause changes in blood sugar levels. Drug interactions may occur when taken with other medications, so it is especially important to consult a doctor or pharmacist if taking antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, anticoagulants, theophylline, etc. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Overdose of this medication could lead to central nervous system symptoms and cardiac arrhythmias, so immediate medical attention is necessary in cases of overdose. If any abnormal symptoms occur during treatment, it is crucial to immediately stop taking the medication and consult healthcare professionals.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, 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 cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, etc.

Mild side effects

Nausea, diarrhea, vulvovaginitis, insomnia, abdominal pain, bloating, itching, dizziness, rash, dyspepsia, stomatitis, glossitis, dry mouth, constipation, taste distortion, vomiting, fungal infections, genital itching, headache, neuropathy, erythema rash, drowsiness, agitation, thirst, tremors, allergic reactions, palpitations, elevated BUN and serum creatinine, elevated liver enzyme levels (AST/ALT), blood system abnormalities (leukopenia, anemia, etc.)

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is safely stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Oblong film-coated tablet with a reddish-pink color

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle