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 doctors 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 doctors 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 doctors 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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LEVAQUIN may also be known as: Levofloxacin, Cravit, Quixin, Tavanic
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