Loxof 500 mg Tablet

Loxof 500 mg Tablet is an antibiotic tablet that contains 500 mg of levofloxacin in each tablet. Levofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections when a doctor decides this medicine is appropriate. Loxof 500 mg Tablet is made by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and is supplied as a strip/box of 10 tablets. It is not used for colds, flu, or other viral illnesses.

How it works: Levofloxacin works by blocking bacterial enzymes that bacteria need to copy and repair their DNA. In tablet form, Loxof 500 mg Tablet is swallowed and then absorbed into the bloodstream to help fight susceptible bacterial infections throughout the body.

Loxof 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength levofloxacin tablet, so it is typically used when a prescriber needs a full 500 mg dose in one tablet rather than a smaller strength. Because there are no sibling strengths or forms listed for this brand, this product fits standard adult dosing patterns only when a doctor has assessed the infection, kidney function, and overall risk of fluoroquinolone side effects.

• Certain respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Other bacterial infections when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Loxof 500 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Take it at the same time each day if your prescriber has ordered daily dosing.
• You may take it with or without food, but food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not take it together with antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium supplements; separate these as instructed by your pharmacist.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better before the tablets are gone.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Loxof 500 mg Tablet provides 500 mg of levofloxacin per tablet. Depending on the infection, kidney function, and other medical factors, it may be taken once daily or as otherwise directed by the prescriber, but the exact schedule is doctor-specific. Do not take more than the amount prescribed for you, and never exceed the daily maximum your doctor has set.

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
• Stomach upset
• Mild rash

• Loxof 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength fluoroquinolone tablet and should only be used when prescribed after a doctor reviews the infection and risks.
• This medicine can affect tendons; stop taking it and get medical help right away if you develop tendon pain or swelling.
• It may cause dizziness, so use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart rhythm problems, low potassium or magnesium, seizures, or myasthenia gravis.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because dose adjustments may be needed.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, or multivitamins unless you separate the doses as directed.
• Limit alcohol if it worsens dizziness, stomach upset, or dehydration while you are taking this antibiotic.

• Antacids and supplements containing iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroid medicines such as prednisone
• Medicines that can affect heart rhythm, including some antiarrhythmics
• NSAIDs may increase the risk of nervous system side effects in some people

Store Loxof 500 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from moisture and excess heat, and keep it out of reach of children.