LIFCIN ™
LIFCIN 100ML ORAL SOL-100 ML | |
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Generic : | Levofloxacin |
Thearapeutic : | Antibiotics |
Pack Size : | 100 ml |
Strength : | |
Dosage Form : | Oral Solution |
Lifcin
levofloxacin
Presentation
- Lifcin 500 mg Tablet: Each film-coated tablet contains levofloxacin hemihydrate USP equivalent to levofloxacin 500 mg.
- Lifcin 750 mg Tablet: Each film-coated tablet contains levofloxacin hemihydrate USP equivalent to levofloxacin 750 mg
- Lifein 100 ml Oral Solution: Each 5 ml solution contains levofloxacin Hemihydrate equivalent to levofloxacin 125 mg.
Description
Levofloxacin is a synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent for oral administration. Chemically levofloxacin is a chiral fluorinated carboxy quinolone,
Indications and usage
Lifan tablet (Levofloxacin) is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate, and severe infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated micro-organisms in the condition listed below
1. Acute maxillary sinusitis due to streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, or Morelia catchalls
2. Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis due to staphylococcus aureus, streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, or Morells catarrhous
3. Community-acquired pneumonia due to staphylococcus aureus, streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumonia, Moraxella cantharis, Chlamydia pneumonia, Legionella pneumophila, or Mycoplasma pneumonia.
4. Complicated urinary tract infections due to Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumonia, or Staphylococcus sapphires.
5. Acute pyelonephritis caused by Escherichia coll.
6. Uncomplicated & complicated skin and soft tissue infections including abscess, calls, furuncles, impetigo, pyoderma, and wound infections, due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Proteus mirabilis or Enterococcus faecalis.
7. Enteric fever by salmonella typhi or salmonella paratyphi,
Dosage and Administration
1. Acute sinusitis, 500 mg once daily for 10-14
2. Exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, 250-500 mg daily for 7-10 days days
3. Community-acquired pneumonia, 500 mg once or twice daily for 7-14 days
4. Complicated urinary tract infections and acute pyelonephritis, 250 mg daily for 7-10 days
5. Uncomplicated skin and soft-tissue infections, 500 mg once daily for 7-10 days
6. Complicated skin and soft-tissue infections, 750 mg once daily for 7-14 days
7. Enteric fever, 500 mg once daily for 7-10 days 8. Use in children 5 ml, once daily
Contra-indications
- Levofloxacin is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to levofloxacin, quinolone antimicrobial agents, or any other components of this product.
Precautions
The following measures should be taken during the administration of levofloxacin While taking levofloxacin, an adequate amount of water should be taken to avoid a concertrated form of urine, Dose adjustment should be exercised during levofloxacin ingestion in the presence of renal insufficiency.
Side-effects
Levofloxacin is generally well tolerated, However, a few side effects can usually be seen, Side effects include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, and rare occurrence of phototoxicity (0.1%), Side effects that may be seen very rarely include tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion, etc.
Use in pregnancy & lactation
- Levofloxacin is not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing, as the effects on the unborn child or nursing infant are unknown.
Drug Interactions
- Antacids, Iron, and Adsorbents: These drugs reduce the absorption of Levoficacin NSAID. These drugs may increase the risk of CNS stimulation. Warfarin: It may increase the risk of bleeding.
Overdosage
- Levofloxacin exhibits a low potential for acute toxicity However, in the event of acute overdosage, the stomach should be emptied. The patients should be kept under observation and appropriate hydration should be maintained.
Storage
- Stored away from light and moisture. Keep in a cool and dry place.
Commercial Pack
- Lifcin 500 mg Tablet: Each Box contains 5 X 4 tablets in an alu-alu blister strip.
- Lifcin 750 mg Tablet: Each Box contains 3 X 4 tablets in an alu-alu blister strip.
- Lifcin 100 ml Oral solution: Each color glass bottle contains an oral solution of 100 ml.
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