Hi-Levo Tablet 100 mg (Levofloxacin Hemihydrate)

Adult dose

The usual dosage for adults is to take 100 mg of levofloxacin orally 2-3 times a day. For patients with severe infections or insufficient therapeutic effect, 200 mg can be taken 3 times a day. Dosage may be adjusted based on age and symptoms.

This medication may cause tendon issues such as tendonitis and tendon rupture; therefore, if you experience any pain or inflammation in the tendons, you should stop using it immediately. Additionally, it can affect peripheral neuropathy or the central nervous system, and if symptoms such as numbness, tingling, dizziness, or anxiety occur, you should consult a doctor immediately. It should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis, as it may worsen symptoms. Furthermore, this medication is not to be administered to children under 18 years of age, pregnant women, nursing mothers, or patients with epilepsy. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or elderly patients, patients with a history of seizures, diabetes, etc., should use it cautiously, and blood sugar and neurological symptoms should be closely monitored. During the administration of this medication, avoid exposure to strong sunlight or ultraviolet rays, and if a skin rash or allergic symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately. Caution is needed during driving or operation of machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and heart problems may appear, so immediate medical attention is necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision changes, paralysis, urination abnormalities.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• diarrhea
• vaginitis
• insomnia
• abdominal pain
• bloating
• itching
• dizziness
• rash
• dyspepsia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White to off-white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle