Levobact 500mg Infusion is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Levobact 500mg Infusion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on their own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also 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 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.
Levobact 500mg Infusion is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Levobact Infusion
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 Levobact
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Levobact Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Levobact Infusion works
Levobact 500mg Infusion is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Levobact 500mg Infusion does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levobact 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levobact 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Levobact 500mg Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Levobact 500mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levobact 500mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Levobact 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.
What if you forget to take Levobact Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Levobact 500mg Infusion, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Levobact 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 Levobact 500mg Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of the face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it 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 has prescribed Levobact 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 Levobact 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Interaction with drugs
Taking Levobact with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Antibiotics are required if bacterial infections. Consult child specialist
What were the side-effects while using Levobact 500mg Infusion?
Joint pain
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How do you take Levobact Infusion?
With food
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FAQs
Is Levobact 500mg Infusion safe?
Levobact 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.
Can the use of Levobact 500mg Infusion cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Levobact 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.
Can the use of Levobact 500mg Infusion increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of Levobact 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 Levobact 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.
How is Levobact 500mg Infusion administered?
Levobact 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 Levobact 500mg Infusion.
Is Levobact 500mg Infusion effective?
Levobact 500mg Infusion is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Levobact 500mg Infusion too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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