Levotacin 100 mg (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, for adults, levofloxacin is taken 100 mg orally 2 to 3 times a day. For severe cases or if the effect is insufficient, 200 mg is taken orally 3 times a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

This drug is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and can cause tendon-related issues such as tendinitis or tendon rupture, so caution is required. Peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system symptoms may also occur, so if such symptoms appear, use should be discontinued immediately. It should not be administered to patients with myasthenia gravis as symptoms may worsen. This drug is recommended to be used only when there are no alternative treatment options for specific bacterial infections. Elderly patients, patients with reduced kidney function, immunocompromised patients, and patients using corticosteroids should avoid concurrent use as the risk of tendon rupture is increased. There is a risk of seizures or convulsions, so patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures should use it with caution. This drug can cause various side effects such as allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, and blood disorders, so if abnormal symptoms occur, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. Photosensitivity reactions can occur, so it is advisable to avoid strong sunlight or artificial UV exposure. Caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. It is safe not to use in pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children and adolescents who are growing. There may be interactions with other medications, so especially when combined with anticoagulants, hypoglycemic agents, antacids, etc., consultation with medical personnel is required. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and heart abnormalities may appear, and immediate treatment should be sought; prompt medical intervention is necessary.

Serious side effects

Tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of severe myasthenia gravis, hypotensive shock, respiratory distress, chest tightness, feelings of oppression in the chest, hives, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylaxis, cardiovascular collapse, seizures, loss of consciousness, numbness, angioedema, airway obstruction, hives, rapid heart rate, dysphagia, serious skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, eosinophilia and systemic drug reaction).

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or humidity exposure, and it is best stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps to maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White to off-white round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle