L-Cin 250 Tablet
1 Strip of 10 Tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (250mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Lupin Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
L-Cin 250 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. L-Cin 250 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.
L-Cin 250 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 L-Cin 250 Tablet safe to use?
L-Cin 250 Tablet is generally considered safe when used as directed by your healthcare provider. To minimize potential risks, it's essential to follow the prescribed dosage and duration of treatment carefully.
What should I do if I miss a dose of L-Cin 250 Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose of L-Cin 250 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if your next scheduled dose is nearly due, skip the missed dose and proceed with your regular dosing schedule.
Can using L-Cin 250 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, one possible side effect of taking L-Cin 250 Tablet is experiencing diarrhea. This can occur because the antibiotic affects not only the harmful bacteria but also the beneficial bacteria in your stomach or intestines.
Can I stop taking L-Cin 250 Tablet once my symptoms improve?
No, it's essential to complete the full course of treatment with L-Cin 250 Tablet as advised by your healthcare provider. Stopping the medication too early can lead to a recurrence or worsening of symptoms.
Can using L-Cin 250 Tablet increase my risk of muscle damage?
Yes, there is an increased risk of muscle damage, particularly in the ankle area, associated with taking L-Cin 250 Tablet. This risk may be more pronounced in individuals over 60 years old. If you experience any muscle pain while using this medication, 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. L-Cin 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid L-Cin 250 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed L-Cin 250 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 L-Cin 250 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 L-Cin 250 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
L-Cin 250 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
L-Cin 250 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.
