XUV 500MG/500MG TAB

Overview

XUV 500MG/500MG TAB is a Schedule H1 drug.

XUV 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 Infection

Frequently 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



  • 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: Dizziness

Common Side-Effects

LEVOFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Nausea, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Difficulty Sleeping, Abdomen Pain, Decreased Taste, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Nervousness, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Vomit

Serious 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 Heartbeat

Rare 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 Stools

Disease 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 Failure

Technical Classification

LEVOFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ATM LX 500MG/500MG TABINR 149.5 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
AZIBACT L 250MG/250MG TABINR 129.1 for 10 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG
AZIBACT L 500MG/500MG TABINR 119.03 for 5 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG
AZIFINE L 250MG/250MG TABINR 163 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG
AZIFINE L 500MG/500MG TABINR 140 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
AZILIN L 250MG/250MG TABINR 95.15 for 10 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG
LEVOLVE Z 250MG/250MG TABINR 140 for 10 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG
LEVOLVE Z 500MG/500MG TABINR 125 for 5 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG
LEVOMAC AZ 250MG/250MG TABINR 84.7 for 5 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG
LEVOMAC AZ SYPINR 132 for 50 ML SYRUPAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB , LEVOFLOXACIN
LEVOMAC AZ TABINR 145.2 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
LOXOF AZ 250MG/250MG TABINR 153 for 10 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG
LOXOF AZ 500MG/500MG TABINR 136.5 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
QULEF Z 250MG/250MG TABINR 61.5 for 5 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG
QULEF Z 500MG/500MG TABINR 103.5 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
XUV 250MG/250MG TABINR 70 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG
XUV 500MG/500MG TABINR 130 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG
ZITHROX LX 250MG/250MG TABINR 77 for 5 TABLETSAZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 250.0 MG, LEVOFLOXACIN 250.0 MG
ZITHROX LX 500MG/500MG TABINR 132 for 5 TABLETSLEVOFLOXACIN 500.0 MG, AZITHROMYCIN 250MG TAB 500.0 MG