Levofloxacin eye solution
What is levofloxacin eye solution?
LEVOFLOXACIN (Iquix®, Quixin®) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Levofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It treats eye infections known as bacterial conjunctivitis and bacterial corneal ulcer. Generic levofloxacin eye solution is not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I use levofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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an unusual or allergic reaction to levofloxacin, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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wear contact lenses
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Levofloxacin eye solution is only for use in the eye. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down with your index finger to form a pouch. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, fingertips, or any other surface. Squeeze the prescribed number of drops into the pouch. Close the eye gently to spread the drops. Your vision may blur for a few minutes. Use your doses at regular intervals. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with levofloxacin?
Do not use any other eye products without telling your prescriber or health care professional. Check before starting or stopping any of your medicines or non-prescription products.
What should I watch for while taking levofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If your eyes show signs of an infection such as irritation and swelling, contact your health care professional immediately. Do not wear contact lenses while the infection is present.
If your eyes are more sensitive to light wear sunglasses.
What side effects may I notice from using levofloxacin:
Side effects with levofloxacin eye drops are rare, they include:
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bitter taste
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blurred vision that does not go away
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burning, stinging, or itching of the eyes or eyelids
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increased sensitivity of the eyes to light
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redness, swelling, blistering, or pain
Notify your prescriber if any of these occur and are bothersome.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused eye solution after the expiration date.
Levofloxacin injection
What is levofloxacin injection?
LEVOFLOXACIN (Levaquin™) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Levofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat urinary tract, prostate, skin, sinus and lung infections, as well as other infections. Generic levofloxacin injections are not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I receive levofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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dehydration
-
kidney disease
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long exposure to sunlight (working outdoors)
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seizures (convulsions)
-
stomach problems (especially colitis)
-
stroke
-
an unusual or allergic reaction to levofloxacin, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Levofloxacin is for slow infusion into a vein, usually over 60 minutes. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. If you are told to give yourself infusions of levofloxacin, make sure you understand the procedure and follow the directions carefully. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with levofloxacin?
-
arsenic trioxide
-
astemizole
-
bepridil
-
caffeine
-
certain heart medications for irregular rhythm (e.g., amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, flecainide, ibutilide, quinidine, procainamide, sotalol)
-
certain medications for depression or other mental problems (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, amoxapine, maprotiline, phenothiazines, haloperidol, pimozide, risperidone, sertindole, and ziprasidone)
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cimetidine
-
cisapride
-
clarithromycin
-
cyclobenzaprine
-
cyclosporine
-
didanosine (ddI)
-
dolasetron
-
doxercalciferol
-
droperidol
-
erythromycin
-
levomethadyl
-
medicines for diabetes
-
NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen
-
pentamidine
-
probucol
-
retinoid products such as tretinoin (Retin-A®, Renova®) or isotretinoin (Accutan®)
-
terfenadine
-
theophylline
-
troleandomycin
-
warfarin
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking levofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how levofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient.
If you are a diabetic monitor your blood glucose carefully. If you get an unusual reaction stop using levofloxacin and call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
If you get severe or watery diarrhea, do not treat yourself. Call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
Drink several glasses of water a day. Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine.
Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are using levofloxacin.
What side effects may I notice from using levofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare or uncommon:
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confusion
-
difficulty breathing
-
irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain
-
joint, muscle or tendon pain
-
nightmares
-
changes in your thought process
-
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-
seizures
-
severe or watery diarrhea
-
skin rash, itching
-
swelling of the face or neck
-
tremor or restlessness
-
vision changes
-
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store either at room temperature below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F), or in a refrigerator, between 2 and 8 degrees C (36 and 46 degrees F) for up to 14 days. Protect the injection solution from light or heat. Do not allow the injection solution to freeze. Follow manufacturer's advice on the storage of diluted solutions. Throw away any unused injection solution
Levofloxacin oral solution
What is levofloxacin oral solution?
LEVOFLOXACIN (Levaquin®) is an antibiotic. Levofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat urinary tract, prostate, skin, sinus and lung infections, as well as other infections. Generic levofloxacin oral solution is not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I take levofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-
dehydration
-
kidney disease
-
seizures (convulsions)
-
stomach problems (especially colitis)
-
stroke
-
an unusual or allergic reaction to levofloxacin, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-
breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Take levofloxacin oral solution by mouth 1 hour before, or 2 hours after eating. Do not take with magnesium/aluminum antacids, sucralfate, Videx® (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder, or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc. Levofloxacin oral solution may be taken at least two hours before or two hours after taking these products. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one; household spoons are not always accurate. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with levofloxacin?
-
aluminum salts
-
antacids
-
arsenic trioxide
-
astemizole
-
bepridil
-
calcium salts
-
caffeine
-
certain heart medications for irregular rhythm (e.g., amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, ibutilide, quinidine, procainamide, sotalol)
-
certain medicines for depression or mental problems (e.g., amoxapine, haloperidol, maprotiline, phenothiazines, risperidone, sertindole, ziprasidone)
-
cimetidine
-
cisapride
-
clarithromycin
-
cyclobenzaprine
-
cyclosporine
-
dairy products
-
didanosine (ddI)
-
dolasetron
-
doxercalciferol
-
droperidol
-
erythromycin
-
levomethadyl
-
iron (ferrous sulfate) preparations
-
magnesium salicylate
-
magnesium salts
-
manganese
-
medicines for diabetes
-
multivitamins containing calcium, iron, manganese, or zinc
-
NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen
-
pentamidine
-
probucol
-
retinoid products such as tretinoin (Retin-A®, Renova®) or isotretinoin (Accutan®)
-
sevelamer
-
sucralfate
-
terfenadine
-
theophylline
-
troleandomycin
-
warfarin
-
zinc salts
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking levofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If you are a diabetic monitor your blood glucose carefully. If you get an unusual reaction stop taking levofloxacin and call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how levofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient.
Drink several glasses of water a day. Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine.
Antacids can stop levofloxacin from working. If you get an upset stomach and want to take an antacid, make sure it has been at least 2 hours since you last took levofloxacin, or at least 2 to 4 hours before your next dose.
Calcium, iron, and zinc preparations can also stop levofloxacin from working properly. Take calcium tablets, iron tablets, zinc tablets, or vitamins that contain calcium, iron, or zinc at least 2 hours before or two hours after levofloxacin.
Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
If you notice symptoms such as pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness, stop taking levofloxacin and contact your healthcare provider immediately.
If you notice pain or swelling of a tendon or around a joint, stop taking levofloxacin. Call your healthcare provider. Rest the affected area. Do not exercise or take levofloxacin until your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking levofloxacin.
What side effects may I notice from taking levofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare or uncommon:
-
confusion
-
difficulty breathing
-
irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain
-
joint, muscle or tendon pain
-
nightmares
-
changes in your thought process
-
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-
seizures
-
severe or watery diarrhea
-
skin rash, itching
-
swelling of the face or neck
-
tremor or restlessness
-
vision changes
-
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F); keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Levofloxacin tablets
What are levofloxacin tablets?
LEVOFLOXACIN (Levaquin™) is an antibiotic. Levofloxacin kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat urinary tract, prostate, skin, sinus and lung infections, as well as other infections. Generic levofloxacin tablets are not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I take levofloxacin?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-
dehydration
-
kidney disease
-
seizures (convulsions)
-
stomach problems (especially colitis)
-
stroke
-
an unusual or allergic reaction to levofloxacin, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-
breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Take levofloxacin tablets by mouth with or without food. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow tablets whole with a full glass of water. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with levofloxacin?
-
aluminum salts
-
antacids
-
arsenic trioxide
-
astemizole
-
bepridil
-
calcium salts
-
caffeine
-
certain heart medications for irregular rhythm (e.g., amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, ibutilide, quinidine, procainamide, sotalol)
-
certain medicines for depression or mental problems (e.g., amoxapine, haloperidol, maprotiline, phenothiazines, risperidone, sertindole, ziprasidone)
-
cimetidine
-
cisapride
-
clarithromycin
-
cyclobenzaprine
-
cyclosporine
-
dairy products
-
didanosine (ddI)
-
dolasetron
-
doxercalciferol
-
droperidol
-
erythromycin
-
levomethadyl
-
iron (ferrous sulfate) preparations
-
magnesium salicylate
-
magnesium salts
-
manganese
-
medicines for diabetes
-
multivitamins containing calcium, iron, manganese, or zinc
-
NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen
-
pentamidine
-
probucol
-
retinoid products such as tretinoin (Retin-A®, Renova®) or isotretinoin (Accutan®)
-
sevelamer
-
sucralfate
-
terfenadine
-
theophylline
-
troleandomycin
-
warfarin
-
zinc salts
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking levofloxacin?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3 days.
If you are a diabetic monitor your blood glucose carefully. If you get an unusual reaction stop taking levofloxacin and call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how levofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient.
Drink several glasses of water a day. Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine.
Antacids can stop levofloxacin from working. If you get an upset stomach and want to take an antacid, make sure it has been at least 2 hours since you last took levofloxacin, or at least 2 to 4 hours before your next dose.
Calcium, iron, and zinc preparations can also stop levofloxacin from working properly. Take calcium tablets, iron tablets, zinc tablets, or vitamins that contain calcium, iron, or zinc at least 2 hours before or two hours after levofloxacin.
Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
If you notice symptoms such as pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness, stop taking levofloxacin and contact your healthcare provider immediately.
If you notice pain or swelling of a tendon or around a joint, stop taking levofloxacin. Call your healthcare provider. Rest the affected area. Do not exercise or take levofloxacin until your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking levofloxacin.
What side effects may I notice from taking levofloxacin?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare or uncommon:
-
confusion
-
difficulty breathing
-
irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain
-
joint, muscle or tendon pain
-
nightmares
-
changes in your thought process
-
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-
seizures
-
severe or watery diarrhea
-
skin rash, itching
-
swelling of the face or neck
-
tremor or restlessness
-
vision changes
-
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 25°and 30 degrees C (59°to 85 degrees F) and keep in a tightly closed container. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.