About levofloxa cin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Certain bacterial sinus, lung, urinary, kidney, and skin infections
- Some prostate infections and specific cases of plague or anthrax
Usual adult dose
Usually 500 mg once daily; duration depends on infection and kidney function.
Common side effects
- Nausea, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness
- Tendon pain or rupture
- Sleep, mood, or nerve problems
- Sun sensitivity
Important warnings
- Use only for bacterial infections; other antibiotics may be safer for some infections.
- Rarely causes disabling or lasting tendon, nerve, muscle, or nervous-system effects.
- Avoid strenuous activity and seek urgent care for tendon pain or swelling.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney problems; can affect heart rhythm or blood sugar.
Pregnancy
Generally avoided during pregnancy when safer effective alternatives are available.
Breastfeeding
Use requires clinical assessment; alternatives may be preferred, especially for prolonged treatment.
Interactions
- Iron, zinc, magnesium, aluminum, or calcium products can reduce absorption; separate doses.
- Warfarin may have increased effects and bleeding risk.
- May increase heart-rhythm risk with certain medicines.
- Corticosteroids increase tendon injury 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.