L Floxo 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Uniroyal Biotech |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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L Floxo 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. L Floxo 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.
L Floxo 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 L Floxo 500mg Tablet safe?
L Floxo 500mg Tablet is generally safe when used as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Take the medication exactly as directed and do not skip doses, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor or pharmacist. If any adverse effects occur, inform your doctor immediately.
What if I forget to take a dose of L Floxo 500mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of L Floxo 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the prescribed dosage schedule. Never double your dose to compensate for missing doses as this can increase the likelihood of side effects.
Can L Floxo 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, like many antibiotics, L Floxo 500mg Tablet may cause diarrhea. It works by killing harmful bacteria and can temporarily disrupt the balance of beneficial bacteria in your stomach or intestines, leading to diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, contact your doctor for advice.
Can I stop taking L Floxo 500mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking L Floxo 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor. The infection may be incompletely cured if you stop taking the medication too early. Follow your doctor's instructions for the duration and dosage.
Can L Floxo 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, there is a known potential for muscle damage in patients taking L Floxo 500mg Tablet. This can primarily affect the muscles in the ankles and may be more prevalent in individuals above 60 years of age. If you experience any muscle pain while using this medication, inform your doctor immediately.
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 Floxo 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid L Floxo 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed L Floxo 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 L Floxo 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 L Floxo 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
L Floxo 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
L Floxo 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.