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Levofloxacin Hemihydrate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: LEFLOCAD
Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 41.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Levofloxacin Hemihydrate

Class: | Fluoroquinolone antibiotic Use: | Treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections Adult dose: | 250 mg to 750 mg once daily, depending on the severity and type of infection Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for children under 18 years due to potential effects on growth and development Side effects: | Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and potential tendon rupture Contraindications: | Hypersen

Drug Class

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Jubilant Life Sciences Limited, INDIA

Package Size

10's (5's Blister x 2)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 41.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

250 mg to 750 mg once daily, depending on the severity and type of infection

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for children under 18 years due to potential effects on growth and development

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and potential tendon rupture

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or other fluoroquinolones; history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolone use; concurrent use with tizanidine

Important Warnings

Risk of serious adverse reactions including tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and CNS effects; may exacerbate myasthenia gravis; use with caution in patients with a history of seizures or renal impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Levofloxacin Hemihydrate available in UAE pharmacies:

ADVAQUIN 500 mg Tablets ADVAQUIN 500 mg Tablets BACTOQUIN 5 mg/ml Solution For Infusion EVOXIL 5 mg/ml Solution For Infusion EVOXIL 500 mg Tablets EVOXIL 500 mg Tablets HETLOX 500 mg Tablets LEFLOCAD 250 mg Tablets LEFLOCAD 500 mg Tablets LEFLOCAD 500 mg Tablets

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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