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LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml

Levofloxacin:7.5mg + Levofloxacin:7.5mg | Quinolones

Manufactured / Marketed By : Medipak Product Form : InfusionPack Size : 1×100 mlIngredients : Levofloxacin:7.5mg + Levofloxacin:7.5mgGeneric Category : Quinolones

How it works

LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml stops the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This helps to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria in the body.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml

  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Sleeplessness rare
  • Skin rash rare
  • Constipation rare
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Pain at the injection site

Uses of LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml

What is it prescribed for?

  • Cystitis

    Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder more easily. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat cystitis caused by bacteria.

  • Pyelonephriits

    Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads through the ureters to the kidneys. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat pyelonephritis.

  • Skin and soft tissue infections

    Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

  • Community-Acquired Pneumonia

    Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

  • Bronchitis

    Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.

  • Inhalation Anthrax

    Anthrax is a rare but serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis. It is transmitted through air, food, and water contaminated with anthrax spores. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used for the treatment of inhalation anthrax that occurs when you breathe in anthrax spores.

  • Plague

    Plague is a serious bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis. It is spread through contact with infected fleas. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used in the treatment of plague.

  • Complicated urinary tract infections

    An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI's can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Complicated UTI's are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml is used to treat complicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml starts immediately after the administration. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after receiving LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml .

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml lasts for about 12 hours.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml .

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the baby's developing joints. It is not known to cause harmful effects on the baby if is used later in pregnancy. Use LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml only upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in small amounts. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation. Baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    Avoid using LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

  • Tendinitis or tendon rupture

    This medicine can cause muscle damage especially in old age. Do not use LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml if you have tendonitis (swelling of fibres that attach bone with muscles) or tendon rupture (a partial or complete tear of the tendon- the tissue that connects muscle to bone).

  • Myasthenia gravis

    Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml should be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the baby's developing joints. It is not known to cause harmful effects on the baby if is used later in pregnancy. Use LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml only upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in small amounts. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation. Baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General Warnings
  • Muscle damage

    This medicine can cause muscle damage usually on the tendons that surround the ankle. Inform your doctor if you feel pain, numbness, or tingling sensations in your muscles.

  • Antibiotic resistance

    The entire course of treatment with LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

  • Diarrhoea

    This medicine can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Since This medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

  • Overdose

    Since This medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Escitalopram severe
  • Corticosteroids severe
  • Quinidine severe
  • Aspirin moderate
Disease interactions
  • severe

    Use This medicine with caution in patients with nerve problems, seizures, depression, and psychotic reactions. LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml can trigger these conditions and inform your doctor immediately if these reactions occur.

  • severe

    Use This medicine with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.

  • severe

    This medicine may cause heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance) in some patients who are taking heart medications. It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.

  • moderate

    Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while using LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver LEOVIN 7.5mg Infusion 1×100 ml. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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