Levonadifloxacin
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)
Levonadifloxacin Uses
Levonadifloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and bacterial skin infections.
How Levonadifloxacin works
Levonadifloxacin works by interrupting bacterial replication and preventing the growth of the bacteria causing major skin infections.
Common side effects of Levonadifloxacin
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
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Expert advice for Levonadifloxacin
- Levonadifloxacin may cause constipation. Drink lots of fluids and eat fiber-rich food if you experience constipation.
- Stick to simple meals, and avoid rich or spicy food while taking Levonadifloxacin to avoid nausea.
- You may feel fatigued or dizzy after treatment with this medicine. Drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.
- Your doctor has prescribed Levonadifloxacin 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 Levonadifloxacin 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.
Frequently asked questions for Levonadifloxacin
Yes, Levonadifloxacin may cause constipation. Drink lots of fluids and eat fiber-rich food if you experience constipation. If the condition persists or worsens, consult your doctor.
Levonadifloxacin is a novel broad-spectrum antibiotic with potent bactericidal action against gram-positive, quinolone-susceptible gram-negative, anaerobic, and atypical bacteria.
Take this injection at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after antacids containing magnesium, aluminum, or sucralfate since these components may interfere with the medicine's absorption.
This medicine belongs to the novel benzoquinolizine subclass of quinolone antibiotics.