Levaquin - Levofloxacin - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Levaquin.
• Levaquin
• lev-oh-FLOX-uh-sin

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a quinolone antibiotic used to treat certain types of bacterial infections (for example, respiratory infections, skin infections or urinary system infections).

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Read Before Using Levaquin (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before taking this drug, tell your doctor of all over-the-counter or prescription drugs you may take especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by vein (IV) over at least 60 minutes, generally once daily or as directed by your doctor.
• The length of treatment depends on your condition and response to therapy.
• When possible, you will be switched to an antibiotic you can take by mouth.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, unless otherwise directed.
• If you are unable to take fluids by mouth, you will be given fluids through a vein.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Therefore, take this drug at the same time of day and night.
• Continue to take antibiotic medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, resulting in a relapse of the infection.
• Follow all instructions for proper use or the proper mixing with the correct IV fluids.
• Consult your pharmacist.
• This medication should be checked visually for particles or discoloration before use.
• If present, do not use the liquid.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, pain/redness at the injection site, trouble sleeping, diarrhea, vomiting, change in taste, headache or dizziness may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects.

Levaquin Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to treatment.
• Patients with diabetes may experience changes in blood glucose levels due to infection or use of this medication.
• Monitor your blood glucose frequently while using this medication and notify your doctor if you experience symptoms of high or low blood sugar.
• Symptoms of high blood sugar include increased thirst and urination.
• Symptoms of low blood sugar include dizziness, sweating and fast pulse.

Levaquin Storage Instructions

• Store vials at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Do not store in bathroom.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
• Consult your pharmacist for details about storage and stability of the drug before and after unwrapping (bags) or mixing with correct IV fluids (vials).
• Discard unused portions.