Lebom Tablet (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

The usual adult dosage of levofloxacin is 100 mg orally 2 to 3 times a day. For severe or insufficiently responsive patients, 200 mg may be given 3 times a day. Dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

This medication is used to treat certain bacterial infections as a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. However, it can cause tendon-related issues such as tendonitis or tendon rupture, so it should be discontinued immediately upon the onset of pain or inflammation in the tendons. Additionally, peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system side effects may occur; if neurological abnormal symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. This medication should not be used by patients with myasthenia gravis as it may worsen symptoms. This medication should not be administered to specific patient groups, such as those with allergies to quinolone medications, those who have previously experienced tendon issues, growth-stage adolescents under 18 years old, pregnant or nursing women, and patients with epilepsy. Patients with severely impaired renal function, central nervous system disorders or a history of seizures, elderly patients, and those with diabetes need to use this medication with caution, particularly with regard to fluctuations in blood sugar. During use of this medication, serious allergic reactions, psychiatric symptoms, liver or kidney function abnormalities, hematological disturbances, gastrointestinal issues, musculoskeletal anomalies, and severe skin reactions may occur; if any abnormal symptoms manifest, inform a physician immediately. Additionally, this medication may cause photosensitivity reactions, so strong sunlight or exposure to artificial UV light should be avoided, and care should be taken for dizziness or drowsiness while driving or operating machinery. This medication can interact with other drugs; particularly when taken with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, warfarin, theophylline, etc., inform your physician or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not use this medication, and nursing mothers should also avoid taking it. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment; this medication cannot be removed by hemodialysis, so caution is necessary. It is important to use this medication only for the minimum duration necessary for treatment to prevent the development of resistant bacteria.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, hypotension, dyspnea, sense of pressure in the chest, cardiovascular collapse, hypotensive shock, seizures, loss of consciousness, tingling sensations, angioedema, airway obstruction, dysphagia, severe skin reactions, hypersensitivity vasculitis, photosensitivity reactions, seizures, polyneuropathy of sensory or sensorimotor axons, acute renal failure, acute liver necrosis, acute liver failure, severe hepatitis, liver dysfunction.

Mild side effects

Insomnia, dizziness, headache, tremors, anxiety, depression, psychotic reactions (hallucinations, paranoia, irritability, delirium, disorientation, attention impairment, nightmares, etc.), agitation, confusion, visual and auditory disturbances, taste and smell disorders, auditory hallucinations, paresthesia, decreased sensation, sensory abnormalities, weakness, palpitations, QT interval prolongation, arrhythmia, increased BUN, elevated serum creatinine, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

White to off-white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle