Levaquin
Levaquin Information
Levaquin is an antibiotic in a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones. Levaquin works by fighting bacteria in the body.
Levaquin Indications
Levaquin is primarily used in treating various types of bacterial infections in the body. Levaquin may also be used for purposes other than those indicated here in this guide.
Levaquin Warnings
Levaquin may not be suitable if you have the following conditions:
- Kidney disease
- A seizure disorder
- A heart condition known as prolongation of the QT interval
- A slow heart rate that is considered a medical condition
- Low levels of potassium in your blood
You may not be able to take Levaquin, may require dosage adjustments or may need special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the preceding conditions.
Levaquin may also not be suitable for you if you are being treated for heart rhythm disturbances with drugs such as quinidine, procainamide, Amiodarone, sotalol, and others.
Levaquin belongs to the FDA pregnancy category C, which means that it is not known whether Levaquin will be harmful or can cause defects to an unborn baby. Do not take Levaquin without your doctor’s approval if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant during treatment.
It is also not known whether Levaquin passes into breast milk, although similar drugs are known to affect bone development of infants. Do not take Levaquin without your doctor’s consent if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Levaquin may interfere with bone development. For this reason, Levaquin is not approved for use by children under the age of 18 years.
Levaquin Intake Guidelines
Levaquin should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. If there are matters that you do not understand, refer to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse and ask him or her to explain those matters to you.
Take each dose of Levaquin with 8 ounces or a full glass of water. Levaquin may be taken with or without food.
Levaquin should be taken at evenly spaced intervals.
Make sure to follow all of your doctor’s instructions while taking Levaquin to ensure the maximum effects of the product.
Levaquin Dosage
Dosage of Levaquin should be obtained from your doctor. Dosage may vary from person to person with regards to a variety of factors such as age, severity of condition and others. Do not take in more or less of Levaquin so as not to alter its effects and to prevent overdose.
Levaquin Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Levaquin include seizures. If you experience seizures and have taken in more of Levaquin than prescribed, you may be experiencing overdose. Seek immediate medical attention or call poison control. Inform your doctor afterwards.
Levaquin Missed Dose
Doses of Levaquin should not be missed. If a dose is missed, however, take it as soon as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and take the subsequent doses according to schedule. Do not take a double dose of Levaquin unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.
Levaquin Side Effects
Levaquin may have any of the following serious side effects and allergic reactions:
- Difficulty breathing
- Closing of the throat
- Swelling of the lips, face, or tongue
- Hives
- Muscle or joint pain
- Liver damage characterized by yellowing of the skin or eyes
- Seizures
- Hallucinations or severe confusion
- Irregular heartbeats, chest pain, or fainting.
If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using Levaquin and inform your doctor immediately.
Levaquin may also have less serious side effects that are more likely to occur. They include the following:
- Drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation
- Insomnia
- Drowsiness
- Ringing of the ears
- Sensitivity to sunlight
If you experience any of these side effects, continue using the product but inform your doctor immediately.
Other side effects may also occur when you take Levaquin. Inform your doctor if you experience anything unusual while or after taking Levaquin.
Levaquin Drug Reactions
Levaquin may react with the following drugs:
- Antacids
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
- Insulin or an oral diabetes medication
- A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Other drugs my also interact with Levaquin. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications other than Levaquin such as vitamins, minerals, and even herbal products.
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In some countries LEVAQUIN may also be known as: Levofloxacin, Cravit, Quixin, Tavanic, Floxlevo, Grepiflox, Leflumax, Septibiotic, Ultraquin, Uniflox, Valiflox, Tamiram, Auxxil, Medibiox, Novacilina, Quinobiot, Recamicina, Oftaquix, Lufi, Levocide, Prixar
