Typical Brand Names: Levaquin Generic Name: Levofloxacin Classification: Antibiotic

(These are common indications for Levaquin. There may be additional conditions not listed here. Check with your doctor if you have questions about your specific condition).

Generic Name	Brand Name	Qty	Price
Levofloxacin 250mg	Levaquin 250mg	30	$38.80
Levofloxacin 500mg	Levaquin 500mg	30	$54.67
Levofloxacin 250mg	Levaquin 250mg	60	$55.60
Levofloxacin 500mg	Levaquin 500mg	60	$87.33
Levofloxacin 250mg	Levaquin 250mg	90	$72.40
Levofloxacin 500mg	Levaquin 500mg	90	$120.00

What is the most important information I should know about Levaquin:
Take all of the Levaquin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Take each dose with a full glass of water (8 ounces). Drink several extra glasses of fluid each day to prevent the formation of Levaquin crystals in the urine.

What is Levaquin:
Levaquin is an antibiotic in a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones. It fights bacteria in the body.

Levaquin is used to treat various types of bacterial infections.

Levaquin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

How Take Levaquin:
Take Levaquin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass of water (8 ounces). Drink several extra glasses of fluid each day to prevent the formation of Levaquin crystals in the urine.

Levaquin may be taken with or without food.

Take Levaquin at evenly spaced intervals.

Do not take antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum (e.g., Tums or Rolaids), the ulcer medicine sucralfate (Carafate), or vitamin or mineral supplements that contain iron or zinc for a minimum of 2 hours before or 2 hours after a dose of Levaquin. Taking antacids, sucralfate, or vitamin or mineral supplements too close to a dose of Levaquin can greatly decrease the effects of the antibiotic.

Take all of the Levaquin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.

What happens if I miss a dose:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Overdose:
Seek emergency medical attention.
The most common symptom of a Levaquin overdose is seizures.

What should I avoid while taking Levaquin:
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Levaquin may increase the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, and a severe sunburn may result. If sun exposure is unavoidable, wear protective clothing and sunscreen. Call your doctor if you experience severe burning, redness, itching, rash, or swelling after exposure to the sun.

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Levaquin may cause dizziness. If you experience dizziness, avoid these activities.

Possible Side Effects:
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Levaquin and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

1. an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
2. seizures;
3. confusion or hallucinations;
4. irregular heartbeats, chest pain, or fainting;
5. liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue);
6. muscle or joint pain.

If you experience any of the following less serious side effects, continue taking Levaquin and talk to your doctor:

1. nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation;
2. headache or lightheadedness;
3. drowsiness;
4. insomnia;
5. ringing in the ears;
6. increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Storage:
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What other drugs will affect Levaquin:
Do not take antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum (e.g., Tums or Rolaids), the ulcer medicine sucralfate (Carafate), or vitamin or mineral supplements that contain iron or zinc for a minimum of 2 hours before or 2 hours after a dose of Levaquin. Taking antacids, sucralfate, or vitamin or mineral supplements too close to a dose of Levaquin can greatly decrease the effects of the antibiotic.

Before taking Levaquin, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

1. theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theolair, Slo-Phyllin, Slo-Bid, Elixophyllin);
2. warfarin (Coumadin);
3. insulin or an oral diabetes medication such as glipizide (Glucotrol), glyburide (Micronase, Diabeta, Glynase), and others;
4. or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin, others), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Anaprox), ketoprofen (Orudis KT, Orudis, Oruvail), and others.

You may not be able to take Levaquin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Levaquin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

What does my medication look like:
Levaquin is available with a prescription under the generic name Levofloxacin. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

1. Levaquin 250 mg - rectangular, pinkish, film-coated tablets
2. Levaquin 500 mg - rectangular, peach-colored film-coated tablets

Note:
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed

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