Introduction

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Uses of Levoxin IV Infusion

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Levoxin IV Infusion

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea

How to use Levoxin IV Infusion

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levoxin IV Infusion may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.\nAvoid Levoxin IV Infusion with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Levoxin IV Infusion works

Levoxin IV Infusion is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

What if you forget to take Levoxin IV Infusion?

If you miss a dose of Levoxin IV Infusion, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Levoxin IV Infusion to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Levoxin IV Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Levoxin IV Infusion does not cause any harmful side effects.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Levoxin IV Infusion is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Levoxin IV Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Levoxin IV Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Levoxin IV Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levoxin IV Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Levoxin IV Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.\nHowever, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.