Levolyn 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Madlyn Biotech |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Levolyn 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. Levolyn 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.
Levolyn 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 Levofloxacin 500mg safe?
Levofloxacin 500mg is generally considered safe when used as directed by your doctor, in the prescribed dose and duration. To ensure safety, take it exactly as instructed, do not skip any doses, and inform your doctor if you experience any side effects.
What should I do if I forget to take a dose of Levofloxacin 500mg?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Avoid doubling up on doses to make up for the missed one, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Can Levofloxacin 500mg cause diarrhea?
Yes, Levofloxacin 500mg can cause diarrhea due to its antibiotic action. This is because it not only kills harmful bacteria but also affects the good bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to gastrointestinal side effects.
Should I stop taking Levofloxacin 500mg when my symptoms improve?
No, do not stop taking Levofloxacin 500mg prematurely. Complete the full course of treatment as directed by your doctor, even if you feel better before finishing the medication. Stopping too soon may lead to a return or worsening of symptoms.
Can Levofloxacin 500mg increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, Levofloxacin 500mg can increase the risk of tendon damage, particularly in older adults and people with pre-existing conditions. If you experience any pain or discomfort while taking this medication, inform your doctor promptly.
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. Levolyn 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Levolyn 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed Levolyn 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 Levolyn 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.
- No common side effects listed
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Levolyn 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Levolyn 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
Levolyn 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.
