Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition : Levofloxacin(500mg)
Bottle of 100ml Infusion
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Levowok 500mg Infusion is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Levofloxacin is a bactericidal antibiotic of the fluoroquinolone drug class that directly inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis. Levofloxacin promotes the breakage of DNA strands by inhibiting DNA-gyrase in susceptible organisms, which inhibits the relaxation of supercoiled DNA.
Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and is the optical S-(-) isomer of the racemic drug substance ofloxacin. It has a broad spectrum of in vitro activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as certain other pathogens such as Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, Legionella and Mycobacteria spp.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Levowok
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Levofloxacin is well-known to increase the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages, especially in patients over 60 years old, taking corticosteroids, and with a history of kidney, heart, or lung transplants. It not only extends hospital stays but increases the cost of healthcare.
Levowok 500mg Infusion is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with Levowok 500mg Infusion does not cause any harmful side effects.
Levowok 500mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Nosocomial Pneumonia.
Community-Acquired Pneumonia.
Skin and Skin Structure Infections Complicated and Uncomplicated.
Chronic bacterial prostatitis.
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis.
Acute Bacterial Sinusitis.
colitis.
CNS disorders.
myasthenia gravis.
peripheral neuropathy.
QT interval prolongation.
tendonitis.
crystalluria.
diabetes.
Kindly do not self-administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Levowok 500mg Infusion, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Levowok 500mg Infusion 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 Levowok 500mg Infusion 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.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Q. Is Levowok 500mg Infusion safe?
Levowok 500mg Infusion is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Can the use of Levowok 500mg Infusion cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Levowok 500mg Infusion can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can the use of Levowok 500mg Infusion increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of Levowok 500mg Infusion is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Levowok 500mg Infusion but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Q. How is Levowok 500mg Infusion administered?
Levowok 500mg Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Levowok 500mg Infusion.
