Jungheon Levofloxacin Hydrate Tablet 500 mg

Adult dose

Typically, levofloxacin for adults is taken orally once daily at 250–750 mg. Dosage for patients with normal kidney function: - Complex skin and soft tissue infections: 750 mg once every 24 hours for 10–14 days - Community-acquired pneumonia: 500 mg once every 24 hours for 7 days - Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: for 7 days - Acute sinusitis: for 10–14 days - Chronic bacterial prostatitis: for 28 days - Complicated urinary tract infections, including mild to moderate acute pyelonephritis: 250 mg once every 24 hours for 10 days - Uncomplicated urinary tract infections with mild to moderate severity: for 3 days.

This medication, as a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, carries a risk of tendon-related disorders such as tendonitis or tendon rupture. Particularly, issues with the Achilles tendon may arise, so if pain or inflammation is felt, usage should be immediately discontinued. This medication can affect peripheral neuropathy and the central nervous system; if sensory abnormalities or neurological symptoms occur, use should be stopped immediately. It should not be used in patients with severe myasthenia gravis, as it can worsen symptoms. The medication is restricted for use only in specific infectious diseases and is recommended only when other treatment methods are not available. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function may have increased drug concentrations, requiring careful use, and it should be administered cautiously in patients with liver function abnormalities or heart-related conditions. This medication can cause serious allergic reactions or hypersensitivity; if symptoms like rash, difficulty breathing, or low blood pressure appear, treatment should be discontinued immediately and healthcare providers informed. Psychiatric and neurological adverse effects such as insomnia, dizziness, headache, anxiety, hallucinations, paranoia, nervousness, delirium, disorientation, attention disorders, nightmares, agitation, confusion, visual and auditory disturbances, taste and smell disturbances, auditory hallucinations, sensory abnormalities, sensory loss, sensory disorders, weakness, palpitations, QT interval prolongation, arrhythmias, increased BUN and serum creatinine, elevated liver enzymes (AST/ALT), increased ALP, γ-GTP, and total bilirubin can occur, so consultation with healthcare providers is necessary if these symptoms arise. Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur, and in rare cases, serious intestinal conditions like pseudomembranous colitis may arise, so if severe diarrhea or abdominal pain occurs, healthcare providers should be informed immediately. Musculoskeletal side effects such as myalgia, tendinitis, and tendon rupture may occur, so if abnormalities in muscles or tendons are felt, drug administration should cease. Serious skin rashes or allergic reactions may occur, and if rashes or itching worsen, medication should be discontinued immediately and the hospital visited. Respiratory issues like interstitial pneumonia or allergic pneumonitis may develop, so if shortness of breath or a severe cough occurs, healthcare providers should be notified immediately. Diabetic patients may experience fluctuations in blood sugar levels, so blood glucose should be checked frequently, and any abnormalities should be discussed with healthcare providers. This medication can cause severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis, so if skin abnormality symptoms appear, treatment should be suspended immediately. This medication can interact with other drugs; therefore, if other medications are being taken, healthcare providers must be informed, especially when used with NSAIDs, hypoglycemic agents, or anticoagulants. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, breastfeeding mothers, and growing children or adolescents should not use this medication. Caution should be exercised as dizziness or drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, feeling short of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urinary difficulties.

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• dizziness
• headache
• tremors
• anxiety
• depression
• hallucinations
• paranoia
• nervousness
• delirium

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Peach-colored oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle