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Composition :

LEVOFLOXACIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Medford Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS/ANTIMICROBIALS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Flat No: 302, 3Rd Floor, Nagarjuna Arcade, Sree Colony, Neredmet Cross Roads, Malkajgiri Mandal-500056, Telangana
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FAQs

Levorit-500 Tablet inhibits the growth of bacteria that are then destroyed by the immune cells of our body. Levorit-500 Tablet also kills bacteria by disrupting their inner cellular contents thus helps fight infection.

Diarrhoea may be caused by Levorit-500 Tablet . It is an antibiotic that destroys dangerous bacteria by killing them. Nonetheless, it also affects the beneficial bacteria in your stomach or gut and causes diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor about it if you have serious diarrhoea.

It is recommended not to stop taking this drug without completing the course as prescribed by a doctor. If a patient stops taking this drug by himself/herself, It may be difficult to treat future infections with Levorit-500 Tablet due to resistance that microbes develop on non-completion of drug course.

It is safe to use Levorit-500 Tablet alongside contraceptives; no harmful/negative interaction has been reported between them.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Levorit-500 Tablet . But intake of alcohol with Levorit-500 Tablet may damage your liver. So intake of Levorit-500 Tablet should be avoided with Levorit-500 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Levorit-500 Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Levorit-500 Tablet should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant unless your doctor recommends otherwise.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Before taking this drug doctor's consultation is mandatory.Levorit-500 Tablet is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Levorit-500 Tablet absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown.

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Driving

Caution

After taking this drug, you can experience side effects like feeling dizzy, tired, and a spinning sensation (vertigo) or alterations in your vision. If this occurs, do not drive or perform any work that requires high level of concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Levorit-500 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Levorit-500 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Levorit-500 Tablet can be given to children but under medical supervision. Levorit-500 Tablet is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection or plague infection.

About Levorit-500 Tablet

Levorit-500 Tablet is an antibiotic that belongs to the third generation of fluoroquinolones. It is a highly effective antibiotic that works against a variety of bacteria. Levorit-500 Tablet is used in a variety of bacterial infections, most importantly acute pneumonia (Lung infection), bronchitis (Inflammation of lung passages), skin infections, as well as urinary tract infection. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. 

Bacteria that are dangerous can make you sick and replicate in your body quickly. Harmful bacteria create chemicals known as toxins that can harm the tissue and cause you sick. Levorit-500 Tablet sticks to enzymes (Topoisomerase IV & DNA gyrase) responsible for the division of bacteria & stop the process of multiplication of bacteria & hence kills bacteria.

The dose of Levorit-500 Tablet can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Levorit-500 Tablet may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation, trouble sleeping, and allergy. These side effects do not require immediate attention and resolve eventually.  Nevertheless, if the side effects are persistent, contact your doctor.

Before starting Levorit-500 Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Levorit-500 Tablet  on your own as, self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. And also, if prescribed by your doctor Levorit-500 Tablet  is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Uses of Levorit-500 Tablet

Bacterial infections like Pneumonia (Fluid buildup in lungs), Chronic bronchitis (swelling of airways and lung passages), Prostatitis (swelling of prostrate gland), Acute Pyelonephritis (Kidney inflammation), Urinary tract infection, Plague (Communicable bacterial infection), Reduces progression of anthrax infection, Endocarditis, Meningitis, and Pelvic inflammatory disease.

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Medicinal Benefits

Levorit-500 Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections resulting in pneumonia (Fluid build up in the lungs), urinary tract infection,  bladder infection, prostate gland infection as well as skin infections. Levorit-500 Tablet inhibits the growth of bacteria that are then destroyed by the immune cells of our body. Levorit-500 Tablet also kills bacteria by disrupting their inner cellular contents thus fights infection, with lesser chances of causing bacterial resistance to it as compared to other antibiotics.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Levorit-500 Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Trouble sleeping

Drug Warnings

Do not take Levorit-500 Tablet if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to any fluoroquinolone antibiotics such as delafloxacin, gemifloxacin, ofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and ciprofloxacin. Taking Levorit-500 Tablet may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or have a tendon rupture (tearing of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle). Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant, kidney disease, a joint or tendon disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disorder of joints causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Levorit-500 Tablet may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Dairy products should be avoided along with Levorit-500 Tablet . And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Levorit-500 Tablet as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Levorit-500 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Combining Levorit-500 Tablet with Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with Disopyramide is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
The combination of Amiodarone and Levorit-500 Tablet may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amiodarone and Levorit-500 Tablet interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Using sotalol together with Levorit-500 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with Sotalol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with Glipizide may affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood sugar levels or and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction Glipizide can be taken with Levorit-500 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nervousness, confusion, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, or increased hunger. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Coadministration of repaglinide with Levorit-500 Tablet can affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose (hyperglycemia) and, to a lesser extent, low blood glucose (hypoglycemia).

How to manage the interaction:
Although concomitant administration of Levorit-500 Tablet with repaglinide can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Inform doctor if you experience hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) or hyperglycemia (high blood glucose), or if you have a lack of blood glucose control. Headache, dizziness, sleepiness, anxiety, confusion, a shaking sensation, nausea, hunger, weakness, sweat, palpitation, and fast pulse are all symptoms of hypoglycemia. Hyperglycemia symptoms may include increased thirst, increased appetite, and increased urine. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with ribociclib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although concomitant administration of Levorit-500 Tablet with ribociclib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Blood glucose levels can be affected by Levorit-500 Tablet when taken with insulin glulisine. They may cause hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less commonly, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Levorit-500 Tablet and Insulin glulisine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, shaking, nausea, loss of hunger, weakness, sweating, palpitations, and rapid heartbeat. Symptoms of hyperglycemia may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Taking Levorit-500 Tablet with amisulpride increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of amisulpride alongside Levorit-500 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levorit-500 Tablet:
Coadministration of Levorit-500 Tablet and Teriflunomide can increase the risk of liver issues.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Levorit-500 Tablet along with teriflunomide can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. If you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

Before starting Levorit-500 Tablet treatment a patient should take care of the following points :

  • During treatment and after 48 hours of discontinuation of treatment with Levorit-500 Tablet , limit exposure to heavy sunlight or to artificial UV rays (e.g. sunlight).
  • Before using eye drops of Levorit-500 Tablet , remove the contact lenses and wait at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
  • Monitor liver function test (LFT), renal function test, white blood cell count, and blood glucose level in diabetic patients as Levorit-500 Tablet may cause harmful interactions in these patients.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Dairy products such as milk and yogurt must be avoided for at least 2 hours before and after taking the medicine.
  • Maintaining good hygiene is essential.
  • Have more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • After taking the full course of levofloxacin, probiotics should be taken in order to recover healthy bacteria that could have been destroyed in the intestines. The risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea by antibiotic treatment can be minimized by taking probiotics.

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