Hawon Levofloxacin Injection (Levofloxacin Hemihydrate)

Adult administration

Administered by intravenous drip 1 to 2 times a day. Dosage depends on the type and severity of the infection and the susceptibility of the causative bacteria; usually, it can be transitioned to oral administration after a few days of intravenous administration. The dose administered by intravenous and oral route is the same. Administer 1 to 2 times a day for a maximum of 14 days, and infusion time must be at least 60 minutes. For patients with normal kidney function (creatinine clearance > 50mL/min), the dose...

This medication is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat specific infectious diseases. It is important to monitor for serious side effects such as tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system disturbances, and exacerbation of myasthenia gravis when using this medication. If such symptoms occur, usage should be immediately discontinued and a doctor should be consulted. This medication should not be administered to patients with a history of severe myasthenia gravis and should be used only when no other treatment options are available. The intravenous injection must be administered slowly over a minimum of 30 to 60 minutes, and administration should be stopped immediately if there is a sudden drop in blood pressure. Additionally, this medication should be used with caution, especially in elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function or when used in conjunction with corticosteroids due to an increased risk of tendon rupture. If symptoms of tendonitis occur during administration, exercise should be avoided and rest taken; if symptoms are severe, medication should be discontinued. If allergic symptoms such as hypersensitivity, skin rash, or difficulty breathing occur, use should be discontinued immediately, and gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Central nervous system symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, insomnia, and seizures; such symptoms should be reported to medical personnel. Diabetes patients should monitor blood sugar closely, and patients with heart disease should pay attention to cardiac-related symptoms. Pregnant or nursing women, as well as growing children or adolescents, should not use this medication, and those with a history of seizures or on certain medications should use it with caution. This medication may interact with other drugs, so patients must inform their healthcare provider of any medications they are taking. In cases of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac abnormalities may occur, requiring immediate treatment in a hospital, and this medication is not removed by hemodialysis. This medication may be sensitive to light, so exposure to strong sunlight should be avoided, and caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery if dizziness or drowsiness occurs. Lastly, this medication should only be used for the specified period, as unnecessary use may increase the risk of developing resistant bacteria.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions.
• Severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions.
• Difficulty breathing or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, cough with fever accompanying respiratory distress.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, liver abnormalities (jaundice).
• Sudden and severe headaches.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• abdominal bloating
• constipation
• itching
• rash

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light and is kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will maintain its efficacy and prevent degradation.

Appearance

A clear yellow solution with a light green tint in a colorless transparent vial.

Package unit

1 vial/box [50mL/vial], 1 vial/box [100mL/vial], 1 vial/box [150mL/vial]