- Levofloxacin Tablet Benefits & Uses
- Levofloxacin Tablet Dosage & How to Take
- Levofloxacin Tablet Side Effects
- Levofloxacin Tablet Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Levofloxacin Tablet with Other Drugs
- Levofloxacin Tablet Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Levofloxacin Tablet
- Levofloxacin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Prostatitis
- Pneumonia
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Plague
- Corneal Ulcer
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- पेट दर्द
- Confusion
- Headache
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Insomnia
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Urticaria
- Rash
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levofloxacin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levofloxacin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Moderate -
Is the use of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levofloxacin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levofloxacin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Levofloxacin is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levofloxacin for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Heart Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet
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Is this Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Levofloxacin 250 Mg Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Mild
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
