Hiroxacin Tablet 500 mg (Levofloxacin Hydrate)

Adult dose

For adults, Levofloxacin is administered orally once daily at 250-750 mg. For patients with normal kidney function, depending on the type of infection, doses range from 250 mg to 750 mg every 24 hours, with treatment durations varying from 3 days to 28 days. In patients with renal impairment, the dosage is adjusted according to creatinine clearance, and the dosage and administration intervals are modified to every 24 or 48 hours. For blood and peritoneal dialysis

This drug belongs to a specific type of antibiotics and may cause serious problems with tendons such as tendonitis or tendon rupture. If such symptoms occur, it should be discontinued immediately, and it should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis as it may worsen their symptoms. Additionally, this drug can affect the nervous system, causing dizziness, seizures, and psychiatric symptoms, requiring caution. Those with epilepsy or brain conditions should be especially careful. It is safe to avoid use in children under 18 years of age, pregnant women, and breastfeeding women. Also, patients with liver disease or a history of certain allergies should avoid taking it. Elderly patients or those with poor kidney function may experience delayed excretion of the drug, necessitating dosage adjustment and careful monitoring. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels closely, as changes may occur. During treatment with this drug, care should be taken to avoid strong sunlight or artificial UV exposure, and if skin rashes or hypersensitivity reactions occur, it should be discontinued immediately. There may be dizziness or drowsiness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is needed. This drug can interact with other medications, especially antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, hypoglycemic agents, and anticoagulants, so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is recommended when taking them together. In case of overdose, cardiac rhythm disturbances or central nervous system symptoms may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. This drug should be used only for the minimum duration necessary for treatment, and it is vital to alert healthcare personnel immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly closed container. The recommended storage temperature is to maintain room temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius. Doing so will help preserve the drug's effectiveness and safety over time.

Appearance

Pink rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

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