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Levomac 250 mg Tablet is used to treat variety of bacterial infections, most importantly acute pneumonia (lung infection), bronchitis (Inflammation of lung passages), skin infections, as well as urinary tract infections. It stops the process of multiplication of bacteria and hence kills bacteria. It may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation, trouble sleeping, and allergy. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

LEVOFLOXACIN-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Levomac 250 mg Tablet

Levomac 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic that belongs to the third generation of fluoroquinolones. It is a highly effective antibiotic that works against a variety of bacteria. Levomac 250 mg Tablet is used in a variety of bacterial infections, most importantly acute pneumonia (Lung infection), bronchitis (Inflammation of lung passages), skin infections, as well as urinary tract infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. 

Bacteria that are dangerous can make you sick and replicate in your body quickly. Harmful bacteria create chemicals known as toxins that can harm the tissue and cause you sick. Levomac 250 mg Tablet sticks to enzymes (Topoisomerase IV & DNA gyrase) responsible for the division of bacteria & stop the process of multiplication of bacteria & hence kills bacteria.

The dose of Levomac 250 mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Levomac 250 mg Tablet may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation, trouble sleeping, and allergy. These side effects do not require immediate attention and resolve eventually.  Nevertheless, if the side effects are persistent, contact your doctor.

Before starting Levomac 250 mg Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Levomac 250 mg Tablet on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. And also, if prescribed by your doctor Levomac 250 mg Tablet  is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Uses of Levomac 250 mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections like Pneumonia (Fluid buildup in lungs), Chronic bronchitis (swelling of airways and lung passages), Prostatitis (swelling of prostrate gland), Acute Pyelonephritis (Kidney inflammation), Urinary tract infection, Plague (Communicable bacterial infection), Reduces progression of anthrax infection, Endocarditis, Meningitis, and Pelvic inflammatory disease.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Levomac 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections resulting in pneumonia (Fluid build up in the lungs), urinary tract infection,  bladder infection, prostate gland infection as well as skin infections. Levomac 250 mg Tablet inhibits the growth of bacteria that are then destroyed by the immune cells of our body. Levomac 250 mg Tablet also kills bacteria by disrupting their inner cellular contents thus fights infection, with lesser chances of causing bacterial resistance to it as compared to other antibiotics.

How Levomac 250 mg Tablet Works

Levomac 250 mg Tablet sticks to enzymes (Topoisomerase IV & DNA gyrase) responsible for the division of bacteria & stop the process of multiplication of bacteria & hence kills bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Levomac 250 mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Trouble sleeping

What if I have taken an overdose of Levomac 250 mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Levomac 250 mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Levomac 250 mg Tablet if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to any fluoroquinolone antibiotics such as delafloxacin, gemifloxacin, ofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and ciprofloxacin. Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or have a tendon rupture (tearing of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle). Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant, kidney disease, a joint or tendon disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disorder of joints causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Dairy products should be avoided along with Levomac 250 mg Tablet . And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevofloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
LevofloxacinSotalol
Critical

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LevofloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
The combination of Amiodarone and Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amiodarone and Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
LevofloxacinSotalol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Using sotalol together with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with Sotalol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevofloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevofloxacinDisopyramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Combining Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with Disopyramide is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
LevofloxacinFludrocortisone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's can induce tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. These cords are called tendons) and tendon rupture, and the risk is exacerbated when coupled with fludrocortisone.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with fludrocortisone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in a tendon location such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, call your doctor immediately. You should also refrain from exercising or using the affected region. Do not stop using any medication without consulting your doctor.
LevofloxacinEscitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with escitalopram increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with escitalopram can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevofloxacinInsulin glargine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Blood glucose levels can be affected by Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's when taken with Insulin glargine. It may cause hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less commonly, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Insulin glargine and Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia, which include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, or symptoms of hyperglycemia which may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LevofloxacinMetformin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Metformin with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's can affect blood glucose levels - Both hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less frequently, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
There is a possibility of interaction between Metformin and Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Consult a doctor if you experience Symptoms of hypoglycemia- headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat and Symptoms of hyperglycemia may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevofloxacinCortisone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's and Cortisone can induce tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. These cords are called tendons) and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's with cortisone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in a tendon location such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, call a doctor immediately. You should also refrain from exercising or using the afflicted region until doctor gives you further instructions.
LevofloxacinInsulin aspart
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking insulin aspart with Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's affects blood glucose levels. Both hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less frequently, hypoglycemia(low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin aspart and Levomac 250 mg Tablet 10's but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia, which include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, or symptoms of hyperglycemia which may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Dairy products such as milk and yogurt must be avoided for at least 2 hours before and after taking the medicine.

  • Maintaining good hygiene is essential.

  • Have more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.

  • After taking the full course of levofloxacin, probiotics should be taken in order to recover healthy bacteria that could have been destroyed in the intestines. The risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea by antibiotic treatment can be minimized by taking probiotics.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS/ANTIMICROBIALS

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Levomac 250 mg Tablet . But intake of alcohol with Levomac 250 mg Tablet may damage your liver. So intake of Levomac 250 mg Tablet should be avoided with Levomac 250 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Levomac 250 mg Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Levomac 250 mg Tablet should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant unless your doctor recommends otherwise.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Before taking this drug doctor's consultation is mandatory.Levomac 250 mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Levomac 250 mg Tablet absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown.

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Driving

Caution

After taking this drug, you can experience side effects like feeling dizzy, tired, and a spinning sensation (vertigo) or alterations in your vision. If this occurs, do not drive or perform any work that requires high level of concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Levomac 250 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Levomac 250 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Levomac 250 mg Tablet can be given to children but under medical supervision. Levomac 250 mg Tablet is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection or plague infection.

FAQs

Levomac 250 mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections, including acute pneumonia (lung infection), bronchitis (inflammation of lung passages), skin infections, as well as urinary tract infections.
Levomac 250 mg Tablet inhibits the growth of bacteria that are then destroyed by the immune cells of our body. Levomac 250 mg Tablet also kills bacteria by disrupting their inner cellular contents thus helps fight infection.
Diarrhoea may be caused by Levomac 250 mg Tablet . It is an antibiotic that destroys dangerous bacteria by killing them. Nonetheless, it also affects the beneficial bacteria in your stomach or gut and causes diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor about it if you have serious diarrhoea.
It is recommended not to stop taking this drug without completing the course as prescribed by a doctor. If a patient stops taking this drug by himself/herself, It may be difficult to treat future infections with Levomac 250 mg Tablet due to resistance that microbes develop on non-completion of drug course.
It is safe to use Levomac 250 mg Tablet alongside contraceptives; no harmful/negative interaction has been reported between them.
Before starting Levomac 250 mg Tablet , discuss your medical history, allergies, current medications, and any concerns with your physician.
To ensure safe usage of Levomac 250 mg Tablet , follow these simple steps. Take the recommended dose, never take an overdose, and inform your doctor if you become pregnant while using this medication. Monitor your body's response and report any side effects. Also, avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication. By following these guidelines, you'll maximize the benefits of Levomac 250 mg Tablet and protect your health.
Levomac 250 mg Tablet is generally considered safe when taken as directed by your doctor. However, like all medications, it may cause side effects, and its safety depends on individual factors, such as your medical history, current health, and other medications you're taking. Always follow your doctor's instructions and advice.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Although Levomac 250 mg Tablet is generally safe, it's essential to be aware that it may carry a small risk of muscle damage. However, this risk can be minimised with proper use and medical supervision.
No, Levomac 250 mg Tablet is ineffective against viral infections such as the common cold or flu. It is specifically designed to target and treat bacterial infections.
It's best to consult your doctor before taking painkillers with Levomac 250 mg Tablet . Some painkillers may interact with Levomac 250 mg Tablet , so your doctor can advise on safe options.
It's recommended to avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Levomac 250 mg Tablet , as alcohol may interact with the medication and increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.
Levomac 250 mg Tablet is generally well-tolerated, but some people may experience side effects like nausea, vomiting, and digestive issues. These effects are usually mild and temporary. If you experience any side effects, it's always best to consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Other Info - LEV0971

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