Eurofenta Tablet 500mg (Levofloxacin Hemihydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, for adults, levofloxacin is administered orally once a day at a dose of 250–750 mg. 1. Patients with normal renal function (creatinine clearance greater than 80 mL/min) - Complicated 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. -

This drug is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. When taking this medication, caution must be exercised as it may worsen symptoms of tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system abnormalities, and severe myasthenia gravis. Patients with a history of severe myasthenia gravis should not use this medication, and if any adverse reactions occur, it should be discontinued immediately. Elderly patients, those with reduced renal function, and patients taking corticosteroids should exercise caution as the risk of tendon rupture is increased. Additionally, this medication can provoke seizures, so patients with a history of seizures or CNS disorders should use it cautiously. This drug is not administered to patients with hypersensitivity to it or similar drugs, pregnant or lactating women, growing children under 18 years, and patients with epilepsy. During use, severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, photosensitivity reactions, liver dysfunction, blood abnormalities, gastrointestinal disturbances, myalgia, renal abnormalities, and psychiatric disturbances may appear; in such cases, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. This medication may interact with other drugs, so patients taking antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, anticoagulants, hypoglycemic agents, or theophylline should definitely consult with a doctor or pharmacist. While taking this medication, avoid strong sunlight or exposure to artificial ultraviolet light, and be cautious while driving or operating machinery about dizziness or drowsiness. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac abnormalities may occur, so it is essential to visit a medical institution for appropriate treatment immediately. This medication is not recommended for pregnant or lactating women or growing children, and elderly patients require dose adjustments and caution due to renal function decline and hepatotoxic risks. When using this medication, only take the minimum duration necessary for treatment, and if abnormal symptoms appear, discontinue it immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, 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 accompanying cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink elongated film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle