Levomac 500mg Infusion (Levofloxacin)

Description

Levomac 500 MG Infusion is fluoroquinolone antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections affecting the lungs, skin and urinary tract – the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra. This injection is effective against a large number of bacteria. It kills or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

The side effects of Levomac 500 MG Infusion are diarrhoea, skin rash, pain at the injection site, headache, weakness, and dizziness. It can also cause muscle damage, usually in the ankle. These side effects are temporary and they self-resolve within a few days after the treatment.

Levomac 500 MG Infusion is injected into a vein. Your doctor will determine how many doses you need each day and how often the injections should be given. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Levomac 500 MG Infusion
Lamiwin 500 MG Infusion
Alembic Ltd.
Lebact 500 MG Infusion
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Levocide 500 MG Infusion
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Levotas 500 MG Infusion
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Levowok 500 MG Infusion
Wockhardt Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Levomac 500 MG Infusion
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Headache
Sleeplessness
Skin rash
Constipation
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
Pain at the injection site

Uses of Levomac 500 MG Infusion

What is it prescribed for?
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder more easily. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat cystitis caused by bacteria.
Pyelonephriits
Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads through the ureters to the kidneys. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat pyelonephritis.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.
Inhalation Anthrax
Anthrax is a rare but serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis. It is transmitted through air, food, and water contaminated with anthrax spores. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used for the treatment of inhalation anthrax that occurs when you breathe in anthrax spores.
Plague
Plague is a serious bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis. It is spread through contact with infected fleas. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used in the treatment of plague.
Complicated urinary tract infections
An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI’s can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Complicated UTI’s are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat complicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Related product

Levomac 250 Mg Tablet
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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Levomac 500 MG Infusion if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Tendinitis or tendon rupture
Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause muscle damage especially in old age. Do not use Levomac 500 MG Infusion if you have tendonitis (swelling of fibres that attach bone with muscles) or tendon rupture (a partial or complete tear of the tendon- the tissue that connects muscle to bone).
Myasthenia gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the baby’s developing joints. It is not known to cause harmful effects on the baby if is used later in pregnancy. Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion only upon your doctor’s recommendation.
Breast-feeding
Levomac 500 MG Infusion is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in small amounts. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor’s recommendation. Baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.
General warnings
Muscle damage
Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause muscle damage usually on the tendons that surround the ankle. Inform your doctor if you feel pain, numbness, or tingling sensations in your muscles.
Antibiotic resistance
The entire course of treatment with Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Diarrhoea
Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since Levomac 500 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Levomac 500 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Corticosteroids
Quinidine
Aspirin
Disease interactions
Central nervous system disorders
Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion with caution in patients with nerve problems, seizures, depression, and psychotic reactions. Levomac 500 MG Infusion can trigger these conditions and inform your doctor immediately if these reactions occur.
Colitis
Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient’s condition.
QT Prolongation
Levomac 500 MG Infusion may cause heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance) in some patients who are taking heart medications. It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.
Kidney disease
Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while using Levomac 500 MG Infusion due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.