Levocacin Tablets (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, for adult levofloxacin, 100 mg is taken orally 2-3 times a day. For severe or insufficiently responsive patients, 200 mg is taken 3 times a day. The dosage should be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

This medication is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections. However, it can cause tendon issues such as tendonitis or tendon rupture, particularly affecting the Achilles tendon, so caution is warranted. Additionally, peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system adverse effects may occur, such as seizures, dizziness, and anxiety. It should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the risk of exacerbating symptoms. If pain or inflammation or symptoms of tendon rupture occur while taking this medication, use should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. Caution should be exercised in elderly patients, those with impaired kidney function, and those taking corticosteroids as the risk of side effects may increase. This medication can cause hypersensitivity reactions, so if symptoms such as rash, hives, or difficulty breathing occur, administration should be stopped immediately. Serious skin reactions, liver dysfunction, blood dyscrasias, and gastrointestinal disturbances may also occur, and healthcare providers should be notified if symptoms arise. This medication is contraindicated in pregnant or nursing women, adolescents under 18 years of age, individuals with epilepsy, and patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance. There may be potential interactions with other medications, particularly when taken with antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, warfarin, or theophylline. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Overdosage may lead to central nervous system symptoms and cardiac rhythm abnormalities requiring emergency treatment. It is advisable to use this medication for the minimum period necessary after confirming the sensitivity to the infectious bacteria.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urinary issues.

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• dizziness
• headache
• trembling
• anxiety
• depression
• psychotic reactions
• restlessness
• confusion
• visual and auditory disturbances

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps to preserve the drug's effectiveness and safety for a longer period.

Appearance

White to off-white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle