Hiroxicin 250 mg (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

For adults, Levofloxacin is usually administered orally at a dose of 250-750 mg once daily. 1. Patients with normal kidney function (creatinine clearance exceeding 80 mL/min) - Complicated skin and soft tissue infections: 750 mg every 24 hours for 10-14 days - Community-acquired pneumonia: 500 mg every 24 hours for 7 days - Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: 7 days - Acute sinusitis: 10-14 days - Chronic bacterial prostatitis: 28 days - Complicated urinary tract infections including mild to moderate acute pyelonephritis: 250 mg every 24 hours for 10 days - Simple urinary tract infections: 3 days

This drug can cause tendon-related disorders such as tendinitis and tendon rupture, so treatment should be discontinued immediately if there is pain or inflammation in the tendons. Additionally, it may induce peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system adverse effects, and exacerbation of symptoms in patients with myasthenia gravis, requiring caution. Patients with a history of severe myasthenia gravis should not use this drug, and those at risk for seizures or convulsions should use it cautiously. This medication is not to be administered to adolescents under 18 years of age or to women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function may experience an increase in drug concentration, necessitating dosage adjustment and interval changes. This medication can cause serious allergic reactions, cardiac arrhythmias, liver dysfunction, blood disorders, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rashes, and various other side effects, and any abnormal symptoms should be reported to a healthcare provider immediately. Particularly, there is a need for caution as severe skin reactions, aortic aneurysm, aortic dissection, and valve regurgitation symptoms may occur. This drug can interact with other medications, so inform healthcare providers when using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anticoagulants, or antihyperglycemic agents. Additionally, precautions should be taken to avoid strong sunlight or ultraviolet exposure during treatment, and care should be exercised when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac abnormalities may appear, necessitating timely medical attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• dizziness
• headache
• tremors
• anxiety
• depression
• psychotic reactions
• restlessness
• confusion
• visual and auditory disturbances

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It's important to keep the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the drug safely.

Appearance

Pinkish rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle