Lecord Tablet 250mg

About Lecord Tablet 250mg

Lecord Tablet 250mg Uses

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Community acquired pneumonia
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Chronic bronchitis flare ups
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Prostatitis
• Typhoid fever (enteric fever)

Lecord Tablet 250mg Benefits

• Clears bacterial infections effectively with once daily dosing
• Reaches high concentrations in lung and urinary tissue
• Works against many resistant gram negative bacteria
• Available as a tablet for easy outpatient treatment
• Shortens recovery time in moderate respiratory infections

What Experts Say

Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It blocks two bacterial enzymes, DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which bacteria need to copy their genetic material. This stops bacterial growth and kills susceptible organisms. Its long half life allows once daily dosing, which improves adherence in outpatient treatment.

Doctors usually reserve levofloxacin for infections where first line antibiotics have failed or are unsuitable. It penetrates lung and urinary tissue well, making it useful for pneumonia and complicated urinary infections. Culture testing is recommended where possible, since fluoroquinolone resistance is rising in some bacteria.

Fluoroquinolones carry warnings for tendon rupture, nerve effects and heart rhythm changes, so experts use caution in older adults and those on steroids. Blood sugar shifts can occur, which matters for diabetics. Staying hydrated and avoiding excess sun exposure during treatment helps reduce side effects.

Drug Class

• Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Lecord Tablet 250mg formula

• Levofloxacin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lecord Tablet 250mg?

• Take Lecord Tablet 250mg by mouth, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water
• Take it at the same time each day to maintain steady drug levels
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Avoid taking antacids, calcium or iron supplements within 2 hours of this tablet
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day while on this medicine

Drug Interactions

• Antacids and Mineral Supplements: Calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc reduce levofloxacin absorption when taken together
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk by enhancing the blood thinning effect
• NSAIDs: Combined use may raise the risk of central nervous system stimulation and seizures
• Corticosteroids: Increases the risk of tendon rupture when taken together
• Antidiabetic Medicines: Can alter blood sugar control when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas
• QT Prolonging Drugs: Combining with other heart rhythm affecting medicines raises cardiac risk

Risks and warnings

• Tendon Damage: May increase risk of tendon rupture or tendinitis, especially in people over 60 or those on steroids
• Nerve Effects: Can cause peripheral neuropathy with tingling, numbness or weakness in the limbs
• Heart Rhythm: May prolong the QT interval and should be used cautiously in patients with heart rhythm problems
• Blood Sugar Changes: Can cause high or low blood sugar, particularly in diabetics on insulin or oral medicines
• Mental Health Effects: May cause anxiety, confusion or in rare cases hallucinations
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Not generally recommended due to risk to developing cartilage in the baby

Lecord Tablet 250mg Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Abdominal pain
• Rash or itching
• Tendon pain or swelling
• Photosensitivity (sunburns easily)
• Vaginal yeast infection

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature below 30°C
• Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the tablet strip in its original packaging until use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack