Levofloxacin
Uses of Levofloxacin
Levofloxacin is commonly used in the treatment of pneumonia, urinary tract infection, prostitis and pyelonephritis
How Levofloxacin Works
Levofloxacin belongs to quinolones group of antibiotics. In the treatment of bacterial infections it inhibits bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase which is an enzyme required for DNA replication, transcription repair, and recombination.
Side Effects of Levofloxacin
Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Photosensitivity reactions, Muscle pain, Visual disturbances
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Levofloxacin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease because it is mainly excreted via urine. Dose adjustment of Levofloxacin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Safe
Consuming alcohol with Levofloxacin may worsen the headache, dizziness, nausea, and visual disturbances side effects of Levofloxacin. It is not advisable for people who develop these adverse effects to consume alcohol.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Levofloxacin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown side effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable even with the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Not advisable
Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Levofloxacin may cause side effects such as dizziness, vertigo, drowsiness or visual disturbances, all of which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.
Liver Limited Data
Levofloxacin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. It may cause severe hepatotoxicity including hepatitis. Dose adjustment of Levofloxacin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Limited Data
Levofloxacin is probably safe for breastfeeding mothers. Limited human data suggests that Levofloxacin is compatible to use during lactation.