Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB
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Overview
ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB is composed of: AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB (500.0 MG), LEVOFLOXACIN (500.0 MG)
Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.It works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria.This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections. Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
Usage
LEVOFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis, Chronic, Pneumonia, Sinus Infection, Bladder Infection, Kidney Infection, Tonsillitis, Bacterial InfectionFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Precautions for ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- You should not use levofloxacin if you are allergic to levofloxacin or other fluoroquinolones. Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Take levofloxacin with water, at the same time each day.
- Drink extra fluids to keep your kidneys working properly while taking this medicine.
- You may take levofloxacin tablets with or without food.
- Take levofloxacin oral solution (liquid) on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
- Do not share this medication with another person (especially a child), even if they have the same symptoms you have.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
- Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor.
- Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Levofloxacin can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors.
- Call your doctor if you have severe burning, redness, itching, rash, or swelling after being in the sun.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Levofloxacin may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well,Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.
Symptoms of Overdosage
LEVOFLOXACIN over-dosage can result in: DizzinessCommon Side-Effects
LEVOFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Nausea, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Difficulty Sleeping, Abdomen Pain, Decreased Taste, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Nervousness, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, VomitSerious Side-Effects
LEVOFLOXACIN : Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, Loss Of Appetite, Slow Or Weak Urine Stream, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Easy Bleeding, Chest Pain, Irregular HeartbeatRare Side-Effects
LEVOFLOXACIN : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Tendinitis, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Agitation, Confusion, Legs Swelling, Shoulders Swelling, Body Burning Sensation, Redness, Hallucinations, Mood Swings, Unusual Behavior, Bloody Or Red Colored StoolsDisease Interactions
LEVOFLOXACIN can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Myasthenia Gravis, Ischemic Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Disease, Magnesium Deficiency, Tendinitis, Colitis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
LEVOFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVESAvailable Alternatives for ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
ATM LX 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 149.5 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
AZIBACT L 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 119.03 for 5 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG |
AZIFINE L 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 140 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
LEVOLVE Z 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 125 for 5 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG |
LEVOMAC AZ TAB | INR 145.2 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
LOXOF AZ 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 136.5 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
QULEF Z 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 103.5 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
XUV 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 130 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG |
ZITHROX LX 500MG/500MG TAB | INR 132 for 5 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
AZIBACT L 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 129.1 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG |
AZIFINE L 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 163 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
AZILIN L 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 95.15 for 10 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
LEVOLVE Z 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 140 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG |
LEVOMAC AZ 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 84.7 for 5 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG |
LEVOMAC AZ SYP | INR 132 for 50 ML SYRUP | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB , LEVOFLOXACIN |
LOXOF AZ 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 153 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG |
QULEF Z 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 61.5 for 5 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG |
XUV 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 70 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
ZITHROX LX 250MG/250MG TAB | INR 77 for 5 TABLETS | AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |