✕

Download the Practo app for free

Get Rs. 200 HealthCash
Download the app now
✔ Book instant appointments 24x7
✔ Bookmark doctors for quick access
✔ Consult online with a doctor in 60s
✕
Free ₹200 worth HealthCash on app
Use HealthCash to order medicines, health products & much more
Get App
0

Levomac 500 MG Infusion

Manufactured byMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsLevofloxacin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Levomac 500 MG Infusion is fluoroquinolone antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections affecting the lungs, skin and urinary tract - the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra. This injection is effective against a large number of bacteria. It kills or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. The side effects of Levomac 500 MG Infusion are diarrhoea, skin rash, pain at the injection site, headache, weakness, and dizziness. It can also cause muscle damage, usually in the ankle. These side effects are temporary and they self-resolve within a few days after the treatment. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is injected into a vein. Your doctor will determine how many doses you need each day and how often the injections should be given. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment.
QUICK LINKS:
Side effectsConcernsUsageRelated products

How will this medicine affect me?

Consult top doctors online and get an answer now.
Consult now

Looking for a doctor?

Book an appointment with the top doctors near you
Book now

Should you be taking this medicine?

Consult with a Doctor for the best diagnosis.

Looking for a doctor?

Book an appointment with the top doctors near you

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Levomac 500 MG Infusion

Fynal 500 MG Infusion
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Levobact 500 MG Infusion
Micro Labs Ltd.
Levoquin 500 MG Infusion
Cipla Ltd.
Levotas 500 MG Infusion
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Tavanic 500 MG Infusion
Sanofi India Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Levomac 500 MG Infusion

Diarrhoea

Stomach pain

Headache

Sleeplessness

Skin rash

Constipation

Dizziness

Nausea or vomiting

Pain at the injection site

Uses of Levomac 500 MG Infusion

What is it prescribed for?

Cystitis

Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder more easily. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat cystitis caused by bacteria.

Pyelonephriits

Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads through the ureters to the kidneys. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat pyelonephritis.

Skin and soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

Community-Acquired Pneumonia

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

Bronchitis

Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.

Inhalation Anthrax

Anthrax is a rare but serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis. It is transmitted through air, food, and water contaminated with anthrax spores. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used for the treatment of inhalation anthrax that occurs when you breathe in anthrax spores.

Plague

Plague is a serious bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis. It is spread through contact with infected fleas. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used in the treatment of plague.

Complicated urinary tract infections

An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI's can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Complicated UTI's are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. Levomac 500 MG Infusion is used to treat complicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of levofloxacin injection starts immediately after the administration. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after receiving levofloxacin injection.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of levofloxacin injection lasts for about 12 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Levomac 500 MG Infusion.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the baby's developing joints. It is not known to cause harmful effects on the baby if is used later in pregnancy. Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion only upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Levomac 500 MG Infusion is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in small amounts. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation. Baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

Allergy

Avoid using Levomac 500 MG Infusion if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Tendinitis or tendon rupture

Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause muscle damage especially in old age. Do not use Levomac 500 MG Infusion if you have tendonitis (swelling of fibres that attach bone with muscles) or tendon rupture (a partial or complete tear of the tendon- the tissue that connects muscle to bone).

Myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the baby's developing joints. It is not known to cause harmful effects on the baby if is used later in pregnancy. Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Levomac 500 MG Infusion is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in small amounts. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation. Baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Muscle damage

Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause muscle damage usually on the tendons that surround the ankle. Inform your doctor if you feel pain, numbness, or tingling sensations in your muscles.

Antibiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Diarrhoea

Levomac 500 MG Infusion can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Missed Dose

Since Levomac 500 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Levomac 500 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Escitalopram

Corticosteroids

Quinidine

Aspirin

Disease interactions

Central nervous system disorders

Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion with caution in patients with nerve problems, seizures, depression, and psychotic reactions. Levomac 500 MG Infusion can trigger these conditions and inform your doctor immediately if these reactions occur.

Colitis

Use Levomac 500 MG Infusion with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.

QT Prolongation

Levomac 500 MG Infusion may cause heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance) in some patients who are taking heart medications. It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.

Kidney disease

Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while using Levomac 500 MG Infusion due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Levomac 500 MG Infusion should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Levomac 500 MG Infusion stops the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This helps to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria in the body.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Quinolones, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

Go.drugbank.com. 2021. Levofloxacin | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 February 2021].

https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01137>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Levofloxacin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 February 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Levofloxacin>

Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 4 February 2021].

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2006/020634s040,020635s043,021721s007lbl.pdf>

Drugs, H., 2021. Levofloxacin Injection: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 4 February 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601154.html>

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Levofloxacin 500mg/100ml solution for infusion vials (5mg/ml in 100ml vials) - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 4 February 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/8839/smpc#gref>

Related Questions

Question:
I am having recently from 20 25 days is it right to take to take levomac Oz tablet I have ate metrod...more
Answer from Dr. Priyanka Reddy
Consult for proper evaluation
Question:
Does doing urine culture after taking levomac 250 alter the result? I hv been going throught this co...more
Answer from Dr. Sarthak Chakravarty
Yes ofcourse. Culture should always be done before taking antibiotics. Once take...more
Question:
I can take levomac 500 for relief in cough I don't having fever or runny nose pls suggest i can take...more
Answer from Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar
Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to di...more
Question:
Tab. Levomac 500mg Tab. Vocet Tab. Adnac- plus I was told this medicine by a doctor, but right now ...more
Answer from Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
There are apps available to help select alternate branded generic medicines to t...more
Something doesn’t feel right?
Report an error

Information on this page was last updated on 4 Feb 2021

Disclaimer

We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&C here.