Levofloxacin 500 mg (Levofloxacin)

Adult dose

Adults typically take 250–750 mg orally once daily. Dosage and duration of treatment for patients with normal renal function: - Complex skin and soft tissue infections: 750 mg at 24-hour intervals for 10–14 days - Community-acquired pneumonia: 500 mg at 24-hour intervals 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 at 24-hour intervals for 10 days - Simple urinary tract infections of mild to moderate severity: 3 days

This medication may cause tendon-related side effects such as tendinitis or tendon rupture, so if there is pain or inflammation in the tendon, it is crucial to discontinue use immediately. Peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system symptoms may also occur, so if there are any numbness or sensory abnormalities, it is important to stop taking the medication and consult a physician. This medication should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis, as it can worsen symptoms; patients with a history of this condition must inform their physician. This medication is not for use in adolescents under 18 years of age or in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with severely impaired renal function, epilepsy, the elderly, and those with a history of certain heart diseases or aortic diseases should use it cautiously. This medication may increase the risk of seizures, so caution is necessary in cases of a history of convulsions or central nervous system disorders. Dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances may occur while taking this medication, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Interactions may occur when taken with anticoagulants, blood glucose-lowering agents, certain antacids, etc., so it is important to inform the physician about any other medications being taken. If skin rash, hives, or severe allergic reactions occur while taking this medication, it is critical to stop taking it immediately and inform the healthcare professionals. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and heart abnormalities may arise, requiring immediate emergency care, as blood dialysis will not remove the medication. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or abdominal pain worsen during the medication, the possibility of pseudomembranous colitis should be suspected, and a physician should be consulted immediately. This medication may cause skin sensitivity reactions when exposed to strong sunlight or artificial UV light, so caution is necessary while going outside. Elderly patients are at an increased risk of side effects due to prolonged retention of the drug in the body from decreased kidney function, so dosages and intervals should be adjusted. It is important to consult with healthcare professionals for appropriate actions in case of any abnormal symptoms occurring during the course of this medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or breathing difficulty, asthma attacks, respiratory distress with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so the domestic product should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Export products should also be stored in sealed containers at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C to ensure the medication's effectiveness is maintained for an extended period.

Appearance

[For Domestic Use] Pink, rectangular film-coated tablet [For Export] Light reddish-brown

Package unit

[For Domestic Use] 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle [For Export] 50 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 5)