Levoflox 750 Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Levoflox 750 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Levoflox Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Levoflox Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Levoflox 750 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed, even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Levoflox Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Levoflox

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea

How to use Levoflox Tablet

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. Levoflox 750 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Levoflox 750 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Levoflox 750 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levoflox 750 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levoflox 750 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Levoflox 750 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Levoflox 750 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levoflox 750 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Levoflox 750 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Levoflox 750 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 Levoflox 750 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Having cold and cough with irritaion in throat.allergic.to levoflox group of medicines.kindly advice other subsitute to levoflox group for throat pain relief

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Warm saline gargles and steam inhalation. For prescription medicine you need to visit a clinic

I am suffering before two months are very frequent urination and extreme irritation. Sir please tell me what i do?

Dr. Sumit Sharma

Urology

Start tablet levoflox.500 mg 1 tablet once a day for 5 days.

sir I have suffer countineous running nose every time before 2 month. I also cunsult doctor but no relief now a day I have take fexofenadine with montelukast contain tablet before fifteen day but no relief.please sir do any best suggestion

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

take allegra M , 1 tab once daily in night after dinner for 1 weekOtrivin nasal drop 2 drop each nostril two times daily for 5 daysLevoflox 750 once daily for 5 daysGargle with Betadine Mouth wash twice daily for 5 days, after mouth wash don't eat or drink or brush for 30 minutes

FAQs

Q. Is Levoflox 750 Tablet safe?

Levoflox 750 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Levoflox 750 Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Levoflox 750 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Can the use of Levoflox 750 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Levoflox 750 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can I stop taking Levoflox 750 Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Levoflox 750 Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Levoflox 750 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Levoflox 750 Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Q. Can the use of Levoflox 750 Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, the use of Levoflox 750 Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Levoflox 750 Tablet but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

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