Lquin 250 mg Tablet

Lquin 250 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 250 mg of levofloxacin in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not colds or flu. Lquin 250 mg Tablet may be prescribed for infections such as some urinary tract infections, kidney infections, prostatitis, and other bacterial infections when the doctor decides levofloxacin is appropriate. Because it is a tablet, it is swallowed by mouth and is meant for people who can take an oral medicine reliably.

How it works: Levofloxacin works by stopping bacteria from making and repairing their DNA, which prevents them from multiplying. The tablet form delivers the medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed into the bloodstream and reach the site of infection.

Lquin 250 mg Tablet is a lower-strength levofloxacin option compared with Lquin 500 mg Tablet and Lquin 750 mg Tablet. A doctor may choose this 250 mg tablet when a smaller dose is needed, when the infection calls for a different total daily amount, or when the treatment plan is being adjusted based on the person’s condition and kidney function. It is not a starting dose for everyone; the right strength depends on the infection being treated and the prescriber’s assessment.

• Certain urinary tract infections
• Kidney infections
• Prostatitis caused by susceptible bacteria
• Some skin infections
• Other bacterial infections when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Lquin 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, even if you start feeling better.
• You may take it with or without food, but if it upsets your stomach, taking it with a light meal can help.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, sucralfate, or multivitamins; separate dosing as directed by your pharmacist or doctor.
• Drink enough fluids unless your doctor has told you to limit fluids.
• Avoid taking extra tablets or doubling up if you miss a dose unless your prescriber instructs you to do so.

Each Lquin 250 mg Tablet provides 250 mg of levofloxacin per tablet. The number of tablets and how often you take them can vary by infection, and some people may take it once daily while others need a different schedule; the doctor chooses the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the daily amount your prescriber gives you, even though other Lquin strengths such as 500 mg and 750 mg are available.

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 pain or discomfort
• Taste changes

• Lquin 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic for bacterial infections only and will not treat viral illnesses.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of tendon problems, seizures, nerve disorders, myasthenia gravis, or heart rhythm problems.
• This medicine can cause dizziness or confusion, so be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid taking it with antacids, iron, zinc, calcium supplements, or multivitamins at the same time because they can reduce absorption.
• People with kidney problems may need dose adjustment, which is especially important with levofloxacin tablets.
• Limit alcohol if it makes stomach upset, dizziness, or sleep problems worse.
• Get medical advice right away if you develop tendon pain, numbness, severe diarrhea, or palpitations while taking Lquin 250 mg Tablet.

• Antacids containing magnesium or aluminum
• Iron or zinc supplements
• Sucralfate
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Medicines that can affect heart rhythm, such as certain antiarrhythmics

Store Lquin 250 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and excessive heat, and keep it out of reach of children.