Lek 500mg Infusion
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₹90
₹0.9/Infusion
100 ml in 1 bottle
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Medicine Overview of Lek Infusion
Uses of Lek Infusion
Lek 500mg Infusion is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and tuberculosis.
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
Side effects of Lek Infusion
Common
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
How to use Lek Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Lek Infusion works
Lek 500mg infusion is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting the DNA replication.
In Depth Information on Lek Infusion
Expert advice for Lek Infusion
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Lek immediately and consult your doctor. You should not take medicines to stop or slow diarrhoea.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with epilepsy, kidney or heart diseases.
Warnings
Special precautions for Lek 500mg Infusion
Alcohol
SAFE
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Lek 500mg Infusion.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Lek 500mg Infusion is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor....
+moreThere is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Lek 500mg Infusion is probably usafe to use during lactation
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Limited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
Lek 500mg Infusion may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect
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Kidney
CAUTION
Lek 500mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients w
+moreith kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lek 500mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Lek 500mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine....
+moreHowever, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
Epsolin 50mg/2ml Injection, Ozip 2.5mg Tablet, Oliza 10mg Injection, Gli 2mg Tablet
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Levofloxacin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Lek 500mg Infusion
Frequently asked questions for Levofloxacin
Lek is a quinolone antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections in your body. It can be used to treat infections of the sinuses, lungs, urinary tract, including your kidneys or bladder, prostate gland and skin and soft tissue.
Q. Can I take Lek with prednisone?
Lek and prednisone when taken together may increase the risk of tendon rupture (a tendon is a cord that joins your muscle to your bones). If you experience pain and inflammation in your tendons or ligaments, which could lead to rupture, stop taking Lek immediately and talk to your doctor. Always consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
No, Lek is not a narcotic substance. It is a quinolone antibiotic.
Q. Can I take Lek with loratadine?
Lek can be taken with loratadine. No drug-drug interactions have been seen between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Lek with esomeprazole?
Lek can be taken with esomeprazole. No drug-drug interactions have been seen between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Lek affect birth control?
Lek can be taken with birth control pills (oral contraceptive pills). No drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, interactions can occur. Talk to a doctor to confirm whether you need to use extra precaution while taking Lek with birth control pills.
Q. Can I take Lek for a tooth infection?
Lek is not used to treat tooth infection. If you think you have a tooth infection, talk to a doctor and start antibiotics only as advised, do not start antibiotics on your own.
Q. Can I take Lek for streptococcal throat infection?
Lek is active against streptococcus bacteria and can be used for the treatment of a streptococcal sore throat. If you think you have a sore throat infection, talk to a doctor and start antibiotics only as advised, do not start antibiotics on your own.
Q. Is Lek same as ciprofloxacin?
Lek and ciprofloxacin are two different antibiotics, however, they belong to the same class of quinolone antibiotics. Lek is as effective as ciprofloxacin for treating complicated urinary tract infections. In men with chronic bacterial prostatitis treated for 28 days, oral Lek 500mg once daily achieved similar clinical and bacteriological response rates to oral ciprofloxacin 500mg twice daily. Lek is more active against Gram-positive organisms than ciprofloxacin. Ciprofloxacin is an economical alternative and Lek is active against many bacteria but can cause damage to your tendons. So, it is advisable that you must talk to a doctor for the right choice of antibiotics for your infections.
Q. Can I take Lek for tonsillitis?
Lek is not indicated for the treatment of tonsillitis. If you think you have tonsillitis, talk to a doctor and start antibiotics only as advised, do not start antibiotics on your own.
Q. Can I take Lek with guaifenesin?
Lek can be taken with guaifenesin. No drug-drug interactions have been seen between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Lek with paracetamol?
Lek can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been seen between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Lek does not contain sulfa. It belongs to a group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics.
Lek does not cover methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Also, MRSA is very likely to have co-resistance to quinolones, including Lek.
Yes, like any other medicine, Lek has an expiry date. Please check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before taking the medicine.
Q. Does Lek treat bacterial vaginosis?
Lek is not used to treat bacterial vaginosis. If you think you have bacterial vaginosis, talk to a doctor and start antibiotics only as advised, do not start antibiotics on your own.
Lek does not cause dry mouth. Talk to your doctor if you experience dry mouth while taking Lek as it could be due to some other underlying condition.
Lek is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.<br>
Lek is not a penicillin. It belongs to a group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics.
Lek is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics.
Yes, Lek belongs to a group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics.
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