Levoxin 500mg Tablet

Short Description

Levoxin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including those of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lungs.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Levoxin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, thereby curing the infection. Common side effects include headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation, which are usually temporary. Diarrhea may also occur but should stop once the course is complete. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor and not to skip doses. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken at a fixed time. Avoid dairy products while taking this medicine.

Side Effects

Headache Dizziness Nausea Constipation Diarrhea

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Levoxin 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Levoxin 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Levoxin 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. Consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride

Levoxin 500mg Tablet works by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme DNA-gyrase, which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Your doctor has prescribed Levoxin 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Levoxin 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.