Finelevo 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Finex Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Finelevo 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. Finelevo 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Finelevo 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Is Finelevo 500mg Tablet safe?
Finelevo 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe when used as prescribed by your doctor. It's important to follow the dosage and duration instructions provided, taking each dose exactly as directed. If you experience any side effects, please inform your healthcare provider immediately.
What if I miss a dose of Finelevo 500mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Finelevo 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if you are close to your next scheduled dosage, skip the missed dose and follow the usual dosing schedule. Never double the dose to make up for missed doses, as this may increase the likelihood of side effects.
Can Finelevo 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Finelevo 500mg Tablet can potentially lead to diarrhea. This is due to its action on harmful bacteria in your body. It can also affect the beneficial bacteria in your digestive system, potentially causing diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, it's important to discuss this with your healthcare provider.
Can I stop taking Finelevo 500mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, you should not stop taking Finelevo 500mg Tablet until your doctor has completed the full course of treatment. It's important to finish the prescribed dosage even if you start feeling better as the infection may not be completely cured. If you stop using the medicine before finishing the full course, symptoms could return or worsen.
Can Finelevo 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, Finelevo 500mg Tablet can potentially lead to muscle damage, particularly in the ankle. Muscle damage is a known side effect of this medication and it may be more severe in individuals over 60 years of age. If you experience any muscle pain while using this medication, please inform your healthcare provider.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Finelevo 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Finelevo 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed Finelevo 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Finelevo 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Finelevo 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Finelevo 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Finelevo 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
