Levoquin OZ Tablet

Short Description

Levoquin OZ Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection and relieves painful symptoms.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Levoquin OZ Tablet is a prescription medicine that should be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food but must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose as an overdose may have harmful effects on your body.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levoquin OZ Tablet is to be taken with food.

Levoquin OZ Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Levofloxacin and Ornidazole. Levofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Ornidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery. Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours. Do not use Levoquin OZ Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.