Levofloxacin Tablet (Levofloxacin Monohydrate)

Adult dose

In general, adults take 100 mg of levofloxacin orally 2 to 3 times a day. For patients with severe infections or insufficient efficacy, take 200 mg 3 times a day. Adjust dosages according to age and symptoms.

This drug may cause tendon-related disorders such as tendonitis and tendon rupture, and treatment should be stopped immediately if such symptoms occur. It may affect peripheral neuropathy and the central nervous system, so caution is needed if neurological symptoms appear. This drug is not used in patients with myasthenia gravis, as it may worsen their symptoms. Care should be taken in elderly patients, those with impaired renal function, and those taking corticosteroids, as there is an increased risk of tendon rupture. This drug may increase the risk of seizures, so patients with epilepsy or central nervous system disorders must consult a physician. It is not to be administered to pregnant or nursing women, and to growing children or adolescents. This drug can cause severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, liver dysfunction, and blood disorders, so any abnormal symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. Additionally, this drug may interact with certain medications, so if taking other drugs, it is essential to inform medical personnel. In cases of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and cardiac side effects may occur, requiring immediate treatment and observation. During the use of this drug, strong sunlight or ultraviolet exposure should be avoided, and caution is advised when driving or operating machinery due to the possibility of dizziness or drowsiness.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities associated with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound malaise, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

This drug may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it is important to store it in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, when storing the drug, it should be kept at room temperature that is not too cold or too hot, specifically between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the drug's efficacy.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle