About Levaquin
Manufacturer: Cipla, Intas, Glenmark, Zydus
Generic Levaquin is an antibiotic with a bactericidal action type. This antibiotic belongs to the group of fluoroquinolones. It has a wide range of actions: treats bacterial infections of prostate, kidneys, sinuses or skin; infections that cause pneumonia or bronchitis, and even for treatment of people which have been exposed to anthrax or plague.
Levofloxacin Tablet -- Medical Information
Levaquin is a brand name of - Levofloxacin it antibiotic that is used for treatment of bacterial infections. A generic version of Levaquin is approved by the FDA. This drug is bioequivalent as a brand drug and has the same efficacy, dosage, quality and prescribed usage, but it is cheaper because it is a generic version. It is manufactured by such companies as: Cipla, Intas, Glenmark or Zydus. Available in tablets 250mg, 500 mg and 750mg, indicating the number of its own and an antibacterial component. They are painted in beige color, have a round shape
Levofloxacin is an antibiotic with a bactericidal action type. An antibiotic belongs to the group of fluoroquinolones. Has a wide range of actions. The active substance is levorotatory active isomer of ofloxacin - levofloxacin hemihydrate. Thanks to left-handed formula it has a higher efficiency than ofloxacin. Also you can find other effective antibiotics for treating a variety of bacterial infections: generic Zithromax 250mg or Generic Keflex 250mg.
The drug blocks the operation of the enzymes required for DNA synthesis microorganisms, without which they are unable to reproduce. As a result of blocking DNA synthesis in the bacterial cell wall changes occur, which are incompatible with the normal functioning of the cell vitality of the microbe. This mechanism of action is bactericidal; because bacteria not only lose the ability to proliferate, but also is killed. This antibiotic kills pathogenic bacteria that cause inflammation in various organs. The result is the elimination of the causes of inflammation, and therefore the use of antibiotics leads to recovery. This medication is able to heal inflammation anywhere in the body caused by micro-organisms sensitive to it. That is, if cystitis, pyelonephritis or bronchitis is caused by bacteria, which acts detrimental by Levofloxacin, all the inflammation in various organs can be cured with antibiotics.
Levomax (generic Levaquin) is taken in with amount of water. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day. It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids. Take the drug one hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.
This medication treats bacterial infections of prostate, kidneys, sinuses or skin; infections that cause pneumonia or bronchitis, and even for treatment of people which have been exposed to anthrax or plague.
Side Effects
- headache, muscle pain
- dizziness
- nausea, diarrhea
- constipation, anxiety or depression, sleep problems
- skin itching, vaginal itching in women, dark urine
- abdominal pain, chest pain
- hallucinations and hoarseness
This is not a complete list of side effects. If you are experiencing some of these symptoms, contact your doctor. It helps a lot a lot of people, but you may need to weigh the pros and cons before making a recipe, especially if it's something small, like acne.
