Levaquin (Levofloxacin)

Specific kinds of bacteria result in different infections in our organism. Levaquin will help to treat these infections. It is can be consumed for preventing anthrax.

You should follow all the instructions of your doctor while taking the drug. Read carefully the label on the treatment in order to be well aware of the needed dosage. Levaquin is followed also with the additional brochure for the patient. In case there is something which is not clear to you, ask any necessary questions to your doctor or pharmacist. In order to strengthen the effect of the drug you are recommended to use extra fluids. All the necessary instructions you can get from the doctor.

You must clearly understand how to use this treatment. It is provided as an injection. That is why it is better to take Levaquin in hospital or clinic. If you have decided to consume it at home make sure you have all necessary instructions of proper usage of the drug. If there appear any questions do not hesitate to ask doctor everything you need to make the treatment course more effective. If you see that Levaquin is damaged or the content is cloudy do not use the treatment.

The drug must be hidden away from children. Keep it together with needles and syringes. Never use needles which were already used. Try to get rid of used syringes and needles after you hev consumed the drug. You are recommended to use the drug daily at the same time during the entire course.

It is bad to give up taking Levaquin suddenly even in case you start to feel yourself much better. It is essential to finish the treatment course.

Levaquin acts as sensitive bacteria killer due the fact that it belongs to quinolone antibiotic class.

In order to get an effective treatment try not to forget to take the drug. But in case you have missed the dosage you are considered to take it at once you have remembered about it, unless it is two hours before the next dosage. In this situation do not take the missed one and follow the regular schedule.

If you visit clinic or hospital for using Levaquin your doctor will handle the storage of the drug. And in case you consume it at home follow the instructions of the pharmacist. It is very important to keep Levaquin away from children and pets.

You are forbidden to take Levaquin in case:

• you suffer from allergy to any of the drug compounds or any other antibiotics of this class
• you have problems connected with irregular heartbeat or suffer from low blood pressure
• you comsume taking cisapride or specific antiarrhythmics

• in case you are going to have a baby or only planning your pregnancy
• in case you are breast-feeding
• in case you consume any other medicine no matter if it needs prescription or not
• if you are allergic to drugs, food and any other substances
• if anyone from your relatives had problems with heart such as unstable heartbeat, pain in the chest, angina or heart attacks
• in case any other health problems connected with heart have ever taken place
• in case you have suffered from such diseases as epilepsy, increased pressure in the brain, problems with nervous system
• in case you get a sunburn at short notice while sunbathing

Every drug has specific side effects. Levaquin also can cause some unpleasant feelings, but you should remember that very few people suffer from the following side effects of Levaquin:

• Diarrhea;
• dizziness;
• gas;
• lightheadedness;
• nausea;
• stomach pain.

• Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue);
• bloody stools;
• chest pain;
• confusion;
• decreased or painful urination;
• fainting;
• fast or irregular heartbeat;
• fever, chills, sore throat, or unusual cough;
• hallucinations; hoarseness;
• joint or muscle pain or weakness;
• mental or mood changes (eg, depression, anxiety, paranoia);
• new or worsening nightmares, restlessness, or trouble sleeping;
• red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin;
• seizures; severe diarrhea; severe or persistent dizziness, lightheadedness, tiredness, or weakness;
• severe or persistent stomach pain/cramps; severe sunburn; shortness of breath;
• suicidal thoughts or actions;
• symptoms of high or low blood sugar (eg, increased thirst, hunger, or urination; fast breathing; flushing; dizziness; fainting; increased sweating; vision changes);
• symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, loss of appetite);
• symptoms of nerve problems (eg, unusual pain, burning, tingling, or numbness; changes in perception or heat or cold; decreased sensation of touch);
• tremors;
• unusual bruising or bleeding;
• vaginal discharge, irritation, or odor;
• wheezing.

You can ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions regarding Levaquin and its usage.

Never share it with other people unless they are also prescribed to use this treatment.

In case there is no necessary effect or you become to feel yourself even worse dicuss it with the doctor.