Levolis Tablet 500mg

About Levolis Tablet 500mg

Levolis Tablet 500mg Uses

• Urinary tract infections
• Community acquired pneumonia
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Chronic bronchitis flare ups
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Complicated urinary tract infections and pyelonephritis
• Typhoid fever
• Prostatitis
• Pelvic inflammatory disease

Levolis Tablet 500mg Benefits

• Broad spectrum activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria
• Once daily dosing improves treatment adherence
• High oral bioavailability close to the injectable form
• Effective against many resistant bacterial strains
• Rapid symptom relief in most bacterial infections

What Experts Say

Levofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and works by blocking two bacterial enzymes, DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, so bacteria cannot copy their genetic material or multiply. Physicians favor it for respiratory and urinary infections because a single daily dose reaches high concentrations in lung and kidney tissue.

Doctors recommend completing the full course even after symptoms settle, since an incomplete course encourages resistant bacteria to survive and spread. Kidney function is usually checked before dosing in older patients, because Levofloxacin clears mainly through the kidneys and needs adjustment when renal function is reduced.

Monitoring generally focuses on tendon pain and heart rhythm changes, which matter most in patients taking corticosteroids or with a personal history of prolonged QT interval. Physicians also recommend blood sugar checks in diabetic patients since Levofloxacin can occasionally cause unusual swings in glucose levels.

Drug Class

• Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
• Third generation quinolone
• Broad spectrum antibacterial agent

Levolis Tablet 500mg formula

• Levofloxacin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Levolis Tablet 500mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily as prescribed
• Swallow whole with a full glass of water
• Take at the same time each day
• Can be taken with or without food
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve
• Do not crush or split the tablet
• Avoid antacids or calcium supplements within 2 hours of dosing

Drug Interactions

• Antacids and Mineral Supplements: Calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc reduce Levofloxacin absorption if taken together.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk by enhancing the blood thinning effect.
• NSAIDs: Combined use raises the risk of seizures affecting the central nervous system.
• Corticosteroids: Increases the risk of tendon rupture when taken together.
• Antidiabetic Drugs: Can cause dangerous blood sugar swings, both high and low.
• QT Prolonging Drugs: Combining with certain heart or psychiatric medicines raises the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

Risks and warnings

• Tendon Damage: May cause tendinitis or tendon rupture, especially in adults over 60 and those on steroids.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Not recommended due to risk of joint and cartilage effects on the developing baby.
• Heart Rhythm: Can prolong the QT interval, raising risk of irregular heartbeat in susceptible patients.
• Nerve Effects: May cause peripheral neuropathy, numbness, or tingling that can be permanent.
• Central Nervous System: Can trigger seizures, confusion, or mood changes, especially in patients with a seizure history.
• Sun Sensitivity: Increases skin sensitivity to sunlight, raising sunburn risk.

Levolis Tablet 500mg Side Effects

• Nausea and stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Loss of appetite
• Joint or muscle pain
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Vaginal itching or yeast infection
• Rash or itching

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep in the original blister pack away from direct sunlight
• Keep away from moisture and humidity
• Store out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack