Levofloxacin 250 mg Tablet

Adult dose

Typically, adults take 250-750 mg of levofloxacin orally once daily. For patients with normal renal function (creatinine clearance greater than 80 mL/min), 750 mg is administered every 24 hours for 10-14 days for complicated skin and soft tissue infections. For community-acquired pneumonia, 500 mg is administered every 24 hours for 7 days. For acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis and acute sinusitis, usually:

This medication may cause serious side effects such as tendonitis and tendon rupture. If pain or inflammation occurs in the tendons, use should be immediately stopped, and physical activity should be avoided. Additionally, peripheral neuropathy and central nervous system effects, such as sensory disturbances or seizures, may occur; therefore, if these symptoms appear, the medication should be stopped immediately. This medication should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis as it may exacerbate symptoms. This medication is only used for specific bacterial infections and should be administered only when there are no other treatment options available. Severe allergic reactions or skin rashes, breathing difficulties, etc., may occur due to hypersensitivity; thus, if any of these symptoms arise, medical personnel should be informed immediately. Mental side effects such as anxiety, depression, and hallucinations have also been reported, and caution is needed. Arrhythmias or renal and hepatic function disorders may occur, so when abnormal symptoms appear, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. Diabetic patients who require blood sugar control should be cautious of fluctuations in blood sugar. If abnormal blood sugar levels are found, the medication should be stopped immediately. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and growing children and adolescents should not use this medication. Elderly individuals may have a higher risk of side effects due to decreased renal function, so careful consideration of dosage and intervals is required. There are numerous drug interactions; therefore, especially when taken with anticoagulants, antacids, blood glucose-lowering medications, etc., consultation with healthcare personnel is advised. During the use of this medication, avoid strong sunlight or UV exposure, and caution is advised when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. In cases of overdose, central nervous system abnormalities and cardiac side effects may occur; immediate medical attention should be sought.

Serious side effects

Tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of severe myasthenia gravis, severe hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylactic reactions, cardiovascular collapse, hypotensive shock, seizures, loss of consciousness, paresthesia, angioedema, airway obstruction, respiratory distress, urticaria, photosensitivity reactions (blisters, erythema), neuropathy of sensory or sensory-motor axons, QT interval prolongation, arrhythmias, Torsades de pointes, acute kidney failure

Mild side effects

Insomnia, dizziness, headache, tremors, anxiety, depression, psychotic reactions (hallucinations, paranoia, irritability, delirium, disorientation, attention deficit, nightmares, etc.), agitation, confusion, visual and auditory disturbances, taste and olfactory disorders, auditory hallucinations, sensory disturbances, weakness, palpitations, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, indigestion, stomatitis, glossitis, dry mouth, constipation, myalgia

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C, avoiding extreme heat or cold.

Appearance

Pale pink, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/bottle, For domestic use - 100 tablets/bottle