Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for LEVOQUIN OZ TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Available Alternatives for LEVOQUIN OZ TAB
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Overview
LEVOQUIN OZ TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.LEVOQUIN OZ TAB is composed of: LEVOFLOXACIN ( ), ORNIDAZOLE ( )
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 LEVOQUIN OZ 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 StoolsTechnical Classification
LEVOFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVESAvailable Alternatives for LEVOQUIN OZ TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| LEVOQUIN OZ TAB | INR 22.06 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE , LEVOFLOXACIN |
| OVEL OZ SUSP | INR 83.81 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | ORNIDAZOLE , LEVOFLOXACIN |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| EMCARE OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 70.67 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| FYNAL OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 48.64 for 6 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| FYNAL-OZ FC-TAB | INR 27.43 for 6 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250 MG |
| INDLEVO OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 72.5 for 6 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| JOYCIN OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 55.82 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| L CIN OZ 250MG/500MG SUSP | INR 53.5 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| L CIN OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 74.5 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEK OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 63.03 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEOAR OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 79.52 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEON OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 67.5 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVACLOZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 60.75 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVACT 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 19 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVACT AC 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 37 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOGYL 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 89.65 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOKEM OZ 250MG/500MG SUSP | INR 49.52 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOKEM OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 90.47 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOLVE OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 74.5 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOMAC OZ TAB | INR 82 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250 MG |
| LEVOMNI OZ 500MG/20MG TAB | INR 55.02 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, ORNIDAZOLE 20.0 MG |
| LEVOSAL OZ 125MG/250MG SYP | INR 52.37 for 30 ML SYRUP | ORNIDAZOLE 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 125.0 MG |
| LEVOSAL OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 80.95 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOTAS OZ TAB | INR 28.68 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LEVOXN OR 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 58.75 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LIVOMAX OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 73.17 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LOFEL O 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 64.42 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LOVOLKEM OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 27.5 for 6 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| LOXOF OZ TAB | INR 95.5 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250 MG |
| MEBATIC 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 83 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| MEBATIC TAB | INR 83 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250 MG |
| MLEVO OZ 125MG/250MG SUSP | INR 45 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | ORNIDAZOLE 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 125.0 MG |
| MLEVO OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 65.71 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| OVEL OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 97.62 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| QULEF OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 33 for 6 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| QURE OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 76 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| TELEVO OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 64.68 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| UVEX OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 60.1 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| WECURE O 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 57.13 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| XOLOXIN OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 63 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| ZILEE OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 72.18 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |
| ZORIKA OZ 250MG/500MG TAB | INR 79.5 for 10 TABLETS | ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG |