Levin tablet 500mg

About Levin tablet 500mg

Levin Tablet Uses

• Treats urinary tract infections
• Treats bacterial pneumonia
• Treats sinus and skin infections
• Treats chronic bronchitis flare ups

Levin Tablet Benefits

• Clears infection with once daily dosing
• Reaches high levels in lungs and urinary tract
• Works against a wide range of bacteria

Levofloxacin stops bacteria from copying their DNA, so the infection stops spreading and the body clears it naturally. Doctors choose this antibiotic for infections that do not respond to simpler options like amoxicillin.

Respiratory and urinary infections are common across Pakistan, especially in cities with heavy pollution like Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. A full course of Levin usually runs five to fourteen days depending on how severe the infection is.

Skipping doses or stopping early lets surviving bacteria become resistant to future antibiotics. Patients should finish the entire course even if symptoms improve after two or three days.

Drug Class

• Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Levin tablet 500mg formula

• Levofloxacin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Levin tablet 500mg?

• Take Levin with a full glass of water, with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole, do not crush or chew it.
• Take doses at the same time each day to maintain steady blood levels.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day while on this medicine.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.

Drug Interactions

• Antacids: Products containing magnesium, aluminum, or calcium reduce Levin absorption and should be spaced apart by two hours.
• Warfarin: Levin can increase the blood thinning effect of warfarin and raise bleeding risk.
• NSAIDs: Combining Levin with ibuprofen or similar painkillers raises the risk of seizures.
• Corticosteroids: Steroid use alongside Levin increases the chance of tendon rupture.

Risks and warnings

• Tendon Damage: Levin can cause tendon rupture, especially in the Achilles tendon, in older adults and those on steroids.
• Nerve Effects: Some patients develop tingling, numbness, or nerve pain that may not resolve after stopping the drug.
• Heart Rhythm: This antibiotic can prolong the QT interval and should be avoided in patients with known heart rhythm problems.
• Pregnancy: Levin is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to effects on developing cartilage.
• Children: This medicine is generally avoided in children under eighteen except in specific cases directed by a doctor.

Side Effects

• Nausea and stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Joint or muscle pain
• Skin rash

Storage Conditions

Store Levin tablets at room temperature, below thirty degrees Celsius. Keep the strip away from direct sunlight and moisture, and out of reach of children.