Celltrion Levofloxacin Tablet 100 mg (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, for adults, 100 mg of levofloxacin is orally administered 2-3 times a day. For severe cases or insufficient response, it is administered as 200 mg of this medication 3 times a day. Adjust dosage appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat various infections. It may cause serious side effects such as tendonitis or tendon rupture and peripheral neuropathy, so if these symptoms occur, it should be discontinued immediately. It should not be administered to patients with myasthenia gravis as it may worsen symptoms. Combining with corticosteroids increases the risk of tendon rupture, so co-administration should be avoided, and patients should rest and avoid exercise if they experience pain or inflammation. Patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures should be cautious as the risk of seizures may increase when using this medication. This medication is not to be administered to children, adolescents under 18 years of age, pregnant women, or nursing mothers. Caution should be exercised in patients with severe renal dysfunction, the elderly, and those with certain heart diseases. Various side effects such as hypersensitivity reactions, neuropsychiatric disorders, cardiac arrhythmias, liver and kidney function abnormalities, blood disorders, and gastrointestinal disturbances may occur, so if any unusual symptoms appear, consult a physician immediately. Additionally, avoid exposure to strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet light when using this medication, and discontinue use if symptoms of photosensitivity occur. Diabetic patients requiring blood sugar control should monitor blood sugar levels carefully when using this medication in combination with hypoglycemic agents as significant fluctuations may occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, so inform your healthcare provider if you are taking any other medications. Be cautious of dizziness or drowsiness while driving or operating machinery. In cases of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac abnormalities may occur, so visit a medical facility immediately, and this medication is not removed by hemodialysis. When using this medication, administer only for the minimum required duration to prevent the development of antibiotic resistance, following the healthcare provider’s instructions.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• diarrhea
• vaginitis
• insomnia
• abdominal pain
• bloating
• itching
• dizziness
• rash
• dyspepsia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White to off-white round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle