Leflox 500 mg tablet

Description

Leflox, containing Levofloxacin, is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines in the treatment of bacterial infections.

It treats several bacterial infections, including the following:

• Community-Acquired Pneumonia: lung infection acquired from anywhere except a hospital setting.
• Nosocomial Pneumonia: lung infection acquired within 48 hours after admission into a hospital.
• Skin infections: bacterial dermatitis, cellulitis, impetigo, etc.
• Chronic bacterial prostatitis: prostate infection
• Acute bacterial sinusitis: infections of the sinuses
• Urinary tract infections: infection involving the ureters, bladder, or urethra.
• Acute pyelonephritis: kidney infection.
• Bacterial conjunctivitis: infection of the eye (conjunctiva).

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Directions For Use

In most cases, 1 -2 tablets are taken every day with a glass of water. However, the dosage is mostly dependent on the patient’s condition, age, and response to treatment. Please consult your doctor for further information.

Please store Leflox 500 mg tab at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture.

Safety Information/Precautions

Following are the precautions for using Leflox 500 mg:

• Please inform your doctor about your relevant medical history and any existing or previous diseases before starting Leflox 500 mg tab.
• Please inform your doctor if you have had any allergic reactions to any antibiotics, including quinolones, before starting Leflox 500 mg tab.
• Please inform your doctor if you have any kidney, heart, or liver disease before starting Leflox 500 mg tab.
• If you have taken Leflox 500 mg tab already for your infection, please inform your doctor about it, including mode and duration of administration.
• Please inform your doctor if you suffer from any mood or mental disorders before using Leflox 500 mg tab.
• Please inform your doctor if you have any disease involving the blood vessels.
• Please inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, herbs, or supplements before using Leflox 500 mg tab to avoid any adverse side effects.
• Please complete the entire course of treatment to prevent recurrence of infection.
• Please inform your doctor regarding use of Leflox 500 mg tab before any dental or surgical procedure.
• If Leflox 500 mg tab makes you dizzy, please avoid driving and operating machinery after using it.
• The use of Leflox 500 mg tab may produce false blood test results. Therefore, please inform your doctor regarding its use prior to the blood tests.

Following are the contraindications for using Leflox 500 mg tab:

• Allergy to quinolones.
• Viral or fungal infection.
• Severe heart, kidney, or liver disease.
• History of tendonitis.
• History of seizures.
• Pregnant or nursing females

Following are the side effects of Leflox 500 mg tab:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Sleep disturbances
• Abdominal pain

The effects of Leflox 500 mg tab are unknown in pregnant females. Please consult your doctor before use.

The effects of Leflox 500 mg tab are unknown in nursing females. Please consult your doctor before use.

Faqs

1. Can I discontinue use of Leflox 500 mg tab if my condition is getting better?

Please complete the entire course of Leflox 500 mg tab as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue use in the middle of the treatment as it may lead to recurrence of infection or superinfection.

2. Does Leflox 500 mg tab cause diarrhea?

Leflox 500 mg tab may cause diarrhea in some patients as it affects the good bacteria in your stomach or intestine along with the infectious bacteria. However, it is mostly temporary and stops a few days after use of Leflox 500 mg tab.

3. Is Leflox 500 mg tab a strong antibiotic?

Leflox 500 mg tab is an average broad-spectrum antibiotic that helps treat most bacterial infections. However, in some cases a more powerful antibiotic may be required or combined with Leflox 500 mg tab to kill the infectious bacteria.

4. How long does Leflox 500 mg tab take to show effect?

With consistent use as prescribed, Leflox 500 mg tab shows results in 1 – 3 days. If your symptoms do not improve within 3 days, please inform your doctor.

5. Does Leflox 500 mg tab cause tendonitis?

In most cases, Leflox 500 mg tab does not cause tendonitis. However, you may suffer from it before or after using the medicine.