Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Levofloxacin(500mg)
Vial of 100ml Injection
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Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 approximately 24 to 38% bound to serum plasma proteins (primarily albumin); serum protein binding is independent of serum drug concentrations. The plasma elimination half-life (t1/2 beta) ranges from 6 to 8 hours in individuals with normal renal function.
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 Loxazin
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.
Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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.
acetylsalicylic acid (ASA)
alfuzosin.
amantadine.
amiodarone.
anagrelide.
antacids containing aluminum hydroxide, calcium, and magnesium hydroxide (do not take within 2 hours of levofloxacin)
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Loxazin IV 500mg Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection safe?
Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of Loxazin IV 500mg Injection is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection administered?
Loxazin IV 500mg Injection 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 Loxazin IV 500mg Injection.
