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Side effect(s) of Levofloxacin


Review the side-effects of Levofloxacin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation and inflammation of the throat.

  Central Nervous System
- Headache, sleeplessness, seizures, dizziness, confusion, hearing voices that do not exist and depression.

  Eye and ENT
- Transient decrease in vision, ocular burning, ocular pain or discomfort and foreign body sensation.

  Miscellaneous
- Injection site reactions, fever, excessive sensitivity to light and chest pain.

Other Precautions :

Monitor liver, kidney, blood cells regularly while taking this medication.

Drug Name : Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin(evaquin) generic is prescribed for treating certain bacterial infections, and preventing anthrax. It is a quinolone antibiotic. It kills sensitive bacteria.


Trade Names for Levofloxacin

India :


International :


Levaquin.
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