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Levaquin
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Brand name:
Levaquin
Pronounced: LEAV-ah-kwin
Generic name: Levofloxacin
Why is Levaquin prescribed?
Levaquin cures a variety of bacterial infections, including
several types of sinus infection and pneumonia. It is also
prescribed for flare-ups of chronic bronchitis, acute kidney
infections, certain urinary or chronic prostate infections, and
skin infections. Levaquin is a member of the quinolone family of
antibiotics.
Most important fact about Levaquin
Levaquin has been known to cause dangerous allergic reactions as
soon as you take the first dose. Stop taking the drug and call your
doctor immediately if you develop any of the following warning
signs:
Skin rash, hives, or any other skin reaction
Rapid heartbeat
Difficulty swallowing or breathing
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
How should you take Levaquin?
Take your complete prescription exactly as directed, even if you
begin to feel better. If you stop taking Levaquin too soon, the
infection may come back.
You may take Levaquin at mealtimes or in-between, but you should
avoid taking it within 2 hours of the following:
Aluminum or magnesium antacids such as Maalox, Mylanta, or
Gaviscon
Iron supplements such as Ferro-Sequels or Feosol
Any multivitamin preparation containing zinc
Videx chewable tablets or pediatric powder
The ulcer medication Carafate
Be sure to drink plenty of fluid while taking Levaquin.
--If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
--Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature. Keep container tightly closed.
What side effects may occur?
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in
intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor
can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking
Levaquin.
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More common side effects may include:
Headache, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, difficulty
sleeping
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Less common or rare side effects may include:
Abdominal pain, abnormal dreams, abnormal or double vision,
aggressiveness, agitation, anemia, angina, anxiety, asthma, back
pain, blood abnormalities, blood clots, changeable emotions,
chest pain, circulatory failure, colitis, coma, confusion,
depression, difficulty in or obstructed breathing, difficulty
concentrating, disorientation, dizziness, emotional or mental
problems, exaggerated sense of well-being, fainting, fungal
infection, gangrene or other infections, gas, genital infection
and itching, hallucination, heart attack, heart failure,
heartbeat irregularities, high or low blood pressure, high or low
blood sugar, hives, impaired thinking, indigestion, intestinal
bleeding, intestinal inflammation or blockage, irregular
heartbeat, itching, kidney disorders, lack of muscle
coordination, liver disorders, lung problems or inflammation,
muscle pain weakness, pancreatitis, paralysis, pneumonia, rapid
or slow heartbeat, rash, seizures, swelling of face or
extremities, swollen tongue, tendon inflammation, tumor, vaginal
inflammation, vertigo, vomiting, yellowing of eyes and skin
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