LEVOXIN (Levofloxacin 500mg) x 10 TABLETS.
Generic Name: Levofloxacin.
Brand Name: Levoxin.
Class: Quinolone antibiotic.
Pack Size: 10 Tablets.
Strength: 500mg.
Amount: ₦2,400.

Description: Levofloxacin is a synthetic antibacterial agent for oral administration. It is the pure (-)-(S)-enantiomer of the racemic drug ofloxacin. Levofloxacin is a light yellowish-white to yellow-white crystal or crystalline powder.

Key Features:
• Treats a variety of bacterial infections.
• Rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration.
• Bioavailability is approximately 99% for both 500mg and 750mg tablets.
• Can be administered without regard to food.

Side Effects:
• Common side effects include nausea, diarrhoea, headache, and dizziness.
• Less common side effects include cardiac, nervous system, metabolic, blood/lymphatic, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and psychiatric effects.

Cautions:
• Fluoroquinolones have been associated with disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions including tendinitis, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system effects.
• Discontinue use immediately and avoid further use if these serious adverse reactions occur.