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Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion related warnings talks about Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Levoquin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levoquin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levoquin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levoquin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion on the Kidneys?
Levoquin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levoquin on the liver.
What is the effect of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion on the Heart?
Using Levoquin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion
Taking Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levoquin 500 Mg Infusion at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
