Levoin 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Growmax Medicare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
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Levoin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. Levoin 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.
Levoin 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 Levoin 500mg Tablet safe?
Levoin 500mg Tablet is generally safe when used as prescribed by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any doses. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions, and notify them if you experience any side effects that bother you.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Levoin 500mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Levoin 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible if you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one, as this could increase side effects.
Can Levoin 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Levoin 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and lead to diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, discuss it with your doctor.
Can I stop taking Levoin 500mg Tablet once I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Levoin 500mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is fully cleared. If you stop using it too early, your symptoms could return or worsen. Continue taking Levoin 500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
Can Levoin 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, Levoin 500mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, particularly in the ankles. Muscle damage can occur in individuals of all ages who take Levoin 500mg Tablet but it may be more significant in people aged over 60. Inform your doctor if you experience any kind of muscle pain while using this medication.
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. Levoin 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Levoin 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed Levoin 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 Levoin 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 Levoin 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Levoin 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
Levoin 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.
