About levofloxa cin hemihydra
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Certain bacterial sinus, lung, urinary, kidney, skin, and prostate infections
Usual adult dose
Usually 250–750 mg once daily, depending on infection, for 3–14 days.
Usual dose in children
Not routinely used in children; specialist-directed dosing may be used for specific infections.
Common side effects
- Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness
- Tendon pain or rupture
- Sleep, mood, or nerve problems
- Increased sensitivity to sunlight
Important warnings
- Use only for bacterial infections; avoid for minor infections when alternatives are suitable.
- Tendon injury, nerve damage, or serious mood effects can occur, sometimes lasting after treatment.
- Seek urgent care for severe allergic reactions, tendon pain, or sudden chest, back, or abdominal pain.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Generally avoided in pregnancy unless a clinician determines it is necessary.
Breastfeeding
Use requires clinician assessment; information is limited, and alternatives may be preferred.
Interactions
- Antacids, iron, zinc, and calcium can reduce absorption; separate doses by at least two hours.
- Warfarin may have increased effects; monitoring may be needed.
- Steroids increase tendon injury risk.
- Medicines affecting heart rhythm may increase abnormal rhythm risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.