Alevo 250 mg Tablet

Alevo 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that contains 250 mg of levofloxacin in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Alevo 250 mg Tablet for infections involving the lungs, sinuses, urinary tract, skin, or prostate when this strength is appropriate for the infection and the patient. Because it is a prescription antibiotic, it should be used only as directed for the full prescribed course.

How it works: Levofloxacin works by blocking bacterial enzymes that bacteria need to copy and repair their DNA. In tablet form, Alevo 250 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed into the body to help stop the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

Alevo 250 mg Tablet is a lower tablet strength compared with Alevo 500 mg Tablet and Alevo 750 mg Tablet, so it may be chosen when a smaller dose is enough or when the doctor wants more precise dosing. This strength is not the usual starting choice for every infection; the right dose depends on the type of infection, kidney function, age, and other medical factors. Some people may notice the same type of effect as with higher strengths, but at a lower total drug exposure per tablet.

• Urinary tract infections
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Bronchitis or other respiratory infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Prostate infections in selected cases

• Swallow Alevo 250 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly at the time and for the number of days your doctor prescribes.
• You may take it with or without food, but if it upsets your stomach, taking it with food can help.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium supplements; separate them as instructed by your clinician.
• Drink enough fluids while taking this tablet unless your doctor has told you to limit fluids.
• Finish the full course even if you feel better before the tablets are gone.

Each Alevo 250 mg Tablet provides 250 mg of levofloxacin per tablet. Depending on the infection, it may be taken once daily or on another schedule your doctor chooses; the maximum daily amount depends on the infection and your kidney function, so the dose must be individualized by a healthcare professional. This strength is used as a prescription antibiotic dose, not a one-size-fits-all dose.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Levofloxacin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Trouble sleeping
• Abdominal pain
• Rash or mild skin irritation

• This medicine can increase the risk of tendon injury, especially in older adults, people taking steroids, and people with kidney disease.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy, sleepy, or confused after taking Alevo 250 mg Tablet.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart rhythm problems, low potassium, or other heart disease.
• Use caution with diabetes because levofloxacin can affect blood sugar levels.
• Do not take it with dairy alone or calcium-fortified juice if your prescriber has told you to avoid reduced absorption; follow spacing instructions for minerals and antacids.
• Limit alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or dizziness.
• Tell your clinician if you have a seizure disorder, nerve problems, myasthenia gravis, or kidney problems.

• Antacids or supplements containing magnesium, aluminum, iron, zinc, or calcium
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroids such as prednisone
• Certain heart rhythm medicines that can prolong the QT interval
• Diabetes medicines, including insulin and oral hypoglycemics

Store Alevo 250 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.