Levox (Levofloxacin)
Brand Name: Levox
Generic Name: Levofloxacin
Manufacturer/Agent: Cipla Ltd
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 500mg
Pack size: 10
Trade Price: KES 747.50
Retail Price: @ KES 99.67
Class: Antibacterials: Floroquinolones (Anti-infectives)
Mechanism of Action:
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Molecular Formulae: C18H20FN3O4 = 361.4
Precautions: Hypersensitivity to quinolones. children under 18 yrs. pregnancy and lactation.
Indications/Uses: Ent, uti, rti, git, gonorrhoea, skin and soft tissue, bone and joint infections due to susceptible bacterial; 250-500 od or bd.
Interactions: Antacids reduce absorption. inhibits theophylline metabolism.
Side Effects: Asthenia. tremor. nausea. vomiting. dyspepsia. diarrhoea. rash. dizziness. confusion. blurred vision.