Levo-T Eye Drops (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dosage

1 drop per dose, 3 times a day.

This medication should not be used in patients who have had an allergic reaction to quinolone antibiotics. Rarely, severe allergic reactions or shock symptoms may occur, so if symptoms such as nausea, difficulty breathing, or cold extremities develop, use should be stopped immediately and medical personnel informed. Additionally, hypersensitivity symptoms such as skin rash, itching, facial or neck swelling, or difficulty breathing may occur; in such cases, the medication should also be discontinued. Temporary stinging, irritation, redness, itching, tearing, or blurred vision may occur, and rarely, severe keratitis or serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome may develop, so use should be stopped immediately if these symptoms appear. Long-term use of this medication may lead to excessive growth of fungi or resistant bacteria, so it should be used only for the necessary duration and long-term use should be avoided. The risk of tendonitis or tendon rupture can be increased, particularly in older adults or those taking steroids; if pain or inflammation occurs in the shoulder, hand, or Achilles tendon area, use of the medication should be stopped. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to discontinue breastfeeding or stop using the medication during its use. It is advisable not to use this medication in infants under one year of age, as safety and efficacy have not been established. This medication is an eye drop solution for ocular use only, so care should be taken to avoid direct contact of the tip of the container with the eye, and shared use should be avoided to prevent contamination. When storing, keep out of reach of children, protect from direct sunlight, and store in a cool place. Furthermore, for quality maintenance, it is important not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (throat, larynx, face), difficulty breathing, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, shock-like symptoms (nausea, cold extremities, difficulty breathing), airway obstruction.

Mild side effects

• Burning sensation
• itching
• eyelid redness
• eyelid swelling
• skin redness
• conjunctival hyperemia
• pain
• redness
• itching
• chemical conjunctivitis

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or light, preferably in a cool, dark place between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance

A transparent solution that is pale yellow to yellow, contained in an opaque plastic bottle.

Package unit

5mL/bottle