Levoday 500 Tablet

Levoday 500 Tablet is a prescription antibiotic tablet that contains levofloxacin 500 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Levoday 500 Tablet may be prescribed for infections of the lungs, sinuses, urinary tract, skin, or prostate when a doctor decides levofloxacin is appropriate.

How it works: Levofloxacin works by blocking enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, which stops the bacteria from multiplying. In tablet form, Levoday 500 Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive system so the medicine can reach the infection site through the bloodstream.

Levoday 500 Tablet is a higher-strength levofloxacin tablet, so it is generally used when a clinician wants a 500 mg dose rather than a lower-strength option. Because this is a full-strength tablet, it is better suited for adults who have been specifically assessed and prescribed this dose based on the infection being treated, kidney function, and overall risk of side effects.

• Bacterial pneumonia
• Acute sinus infection
• Urinary tract infection
• Kidney infection
• Skin and soft tissue infection
• Prostatitis

• Swallow Levoday 500 Tablet whole with water; do not crush, split, or chew unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly at the time and frequency your doctor prescribes, since the 500 mg strength is not meant for self-adjusting the dose.
• You may take it with or without food, but taking it with food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, or sucralfate; separate dosing as directed by your pharmacist or doctor.
• Drink enough fluids unless your doctor has told you to restrict fluids.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better, because stopping early can let the infection come back.

Each Levoday 500 Tablet provides levofloxacin 500 mg. The exact dose and how often it is taken depend on the infection being treated and the patient’s kidney function; some people take it once daily, while others may need a different schedule set by a doctor. Do not exceed the prescribed daily amount, and do not use this 500 mg tablet as a starting dose unless your clinician specifically chooses it for you.

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
• Insomnia
• Abdominal discomfort
• Taste changes

• Levoday 500 Tablet is a higher-strength levofloxacin tablet and should be used only when a prescriber has determined that 500 mg is appropriate.
• This medicine can increase the risk of tendon injury, especially in older adults, people taking steroids, and those with kidney problems.
• It can cause dizziness or lightheadedness, so be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of seizures, QT prolongation, low potassium or magnesium, heart disease, or an aneurysm.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids or supplements containing iron, zinc, calcium, or magnesium because they can block absorption.
• Limit alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or dizziness.
• People with diabetes should monitor blood sugar closely because levofloxacin can affect glucose levels.

• Antacids and mineral supplements with calcium, magnesium, aluminum, iron, or zinc
• Sucralfate
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroids such as prednisone
• Medications that can affect heart rhythm, including some antiarrhythmics and certain antipsychotics

Store Levoday 500 Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.