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Introduction About GLEVO 500MG TABLET
GLEVO
500MG TABLET contains Levofloxacin, which belongs to the group of
medicines called Antibiotics. GLEVO 500MG TABLET is used to manage
infections of acute sinusitis, lungs (such as long-term breathing
problems/pneumonia), urinary tract (including kidney and bladder),
prostate gland, and skin & soft tissue (including muscles) in
affected individuals.
It is also used to reduce the chances of
getting anthrax (pulmonary disease) or worsening of the disease after
getting exposed to anthrax-causing bacteria.
GLEVO 500MG TABLET
is not recommended for use in patients allergic to levofloxacin and/or
other quinolone antibiotics (such as moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin, and
ofloxacin). It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering
from epilepsy (seizure) and/or tendinitis (inflammation/irritation of
the tendon).
Before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor
if you have/had brain damage (due to stroke/other brain injury),
diabetes, myasthenia gravis (long-term neuromuscular junction disease),
aneurysm (a condition that occurs due to bulge or enlargement of a large
blood vessel), organ transplantation, heart problems (such as very slow
heart rhythm, weak heart, myocardial infarction), kidney problems,
and/or liver problems.
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for
use during pregnancy or in women planning for pregnancy. It is also not
recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is
not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18
years). The medicine can be used with caution in elderly patients (aged
above 60 years) after consulting the doctor.
The most common side
effects after taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET are sleeping problems,
headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your
doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
Uses Of GLEVO 500MG TABLET
- Manage
infections of acute sinusitis, lungs (such as long-term breathing
problems/pneumonia), urinary tract (including kidney and bladder),
prostate gland, and skin & soft tissue (including muscles) in
affected individuals - Reduces the risk of getting anthrax
(pulmonary disease) or worsening of the disease after getting exposed to
anthrax-causing bacteria
How GLEVO 500MG TABLET Works
GLEVO
500MG TABLET works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme responsible for
DNA synthesis) in bacteria, which results in the destruction of
bacterial cell structure, thus managing the occurrence of bacterial
infection in affected individuals.
How to use GLEVO 500MG TABLET
Take
GLEVO 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your
age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects Of GLEVO 500MG TABLET
Common
- sleeping problems
- headache, dizziness
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Uncommon
- candidiasis (a fungal infection)
- anxiety, confusion, nervousness, sleepiness, trembling, and spinning sensation
- shortness of breath
- altered taste, loss of appetite, stomach upset, indigestion, stomach ache, flatulence, constipation
- itching, skin rash, red itchy welts, hyperhidrosis (increased sweating)
- joint and muscle pain
- general weakness
Rare
- signs of low blood sugar such as shakiness, sweating, headache, hunger, and/or nausea
- depression, mental problems, agitation, abnormal dreams/nightmares
- tingling sensation in hands and feet
- hearing impairment (tinnitus), blurred vision
- fever, racing heartbeat, low blood pressure, muscle weakness
- interstitial nephritis (allergic kidney reaction associated with altered kidney function and occasional kidney failure)
- sharply demarcated, erythematous patches with/without blisters
Stop taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately in case you experience:
- signs of allergic reaction such as rash, swallowing/breathing problems, swelling of lips/face/throat/tongue
- fits
- signs
of DRESS (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms) such
as widespread rash, high fever, liver enzyme elevations, white blood
cell abnormalities, and/or enlarged lymph nodes - signs of SIADH
(syndrome associated with impaired water excretion and low levels of
sodium) such as nausea, vomiting, cramps, and/or irritability - bruising and bleeding due to thrombocytopenia (a condition that occurs due to a lowering of blood platelet count)
- neutropenia (low white blood cell count)
- signs of hypersensitivity reaction (exaggerated immune response) such as skin rash, red itchy welts, fever, shortness of breath
- change in psychotic reactions such as hallucinations, paranoia
- serious
skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal
necrolysis (associated with signs such as reddish macules/circular
patches with central blisters on the trunk, skin peeling, ulcers of the
mouth/throat/nose/genitals/eyes preceded by fever and flu-like symptoms) - signs
of liver problems such as loss of appetite, skin and eyes becoming
yellow in colour, dark-coloured urine, itching, and/or abdomen - signs of neuropathy (nerve damage) such as burning, tingling, pain, and/or numbness
- signs of severe bowel problems such as watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever
- pain and inflammation in tendons/ligaments
- signs
of agranulocytosis (a condition that occurs due to the lowering of
white blood cells) such as fever, sore throat, and/or a general feeling
of being unwell - loss of circulation due to anaphylactic shock (severe allergic reaction)
- temporary loss of consciousness/posture (syncope)
- temporary loss of vision
- signs of prolongation of QT interval such as abnormal fast heart rhythm, cardiac arrest, alteration of the heart rhythm
- signs
of aortic aneurysm (a large bulge in the aortic artery) and dissection
(a tear in the inner layer of the aortic artery), such as sudden, severe
pain in your abdomen, chest, or back - rapid onset of shortness
of breath (especially when you lie down flat in your bed), swelling of
ankles, feet, and abdomen, and/or new onset of heart palpitations - inflammation of pancreas
- inflammation of liver
- pain/inflammation of tendon in ankle, wrist, elbow, shoulder, and/or knee
- rhabdomyolysis (condition marked by muscle rupture and muscle destruction)
- suicidal thoughts/actions
- porphyria (a very rare metabolic disease)
- impaired eyesight or other eye disturbances
How To Manage Side Effects
Diarrhea
Drink
plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on
your own to manage diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the
symptom gets worse.
Dizziness Or Drowsiness
Try
to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any
tools or machines while you feel dizzy. Limit consumption of alcohol, as
it can aggravate dizziness. Consult and inform your doctor if the
symptom worsens.
Headache
If
GLEVO 500MG TABLET causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of
fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a
painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of
taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or is severe,
inform your doctor.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take
GLEVO 500MG TABLET with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals.
Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks, and drinks. Avoid
drinking too much liquid along with your meals, drink slowly in between
meals. Talk with your doctor if the condition worsens
Skin rash Or Itching
Try
to pat or tap your skin instead of scratching it. Hold a damp towel to
cool your skin. Wear loose clothing and avoid tight clothes or clothes
made from wool or synthetic fabrics. Avoid using perfumed soaps,
deodorants, or moisturizers, and use a skin softener regularly.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
GLEVO
500MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy or in women
planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG
TABLET.
Breastfeeding
Contraindicated
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do
not drive or operate machines if you feel dizzy, sleepy, spinning
sensation, and/or changes in eyesight after taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
Kidney
Use with Caution
GLEVO
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney
problems. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
Liver
Use with Caution
GLEVO
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver
problems. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do
not take GLEVO 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to levofloxacin, other
quinolone antibiotics (such as moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin),
and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Heart Disease
Use with Caution
GLEVO
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with heart
problems such as prolonged QT interval, very slow heart rhythm, weak
heart, myocardial infarction, heart valve regurgitation, aortic
aneurysm/dissection, endocarditis, and congenital heart valve disease.
Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
Use In Pediatrics
Contraindicated
GLEVO
500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
GLEVO
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in elderly patients (aged
above 60 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Others
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have/ever had epilepsy (seizure)
- have/ever had tendinitis (inflammation/irritation of tendon) after management with quinolone antibiotics
Before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have had damage to your brain due to a stroke or other brain injury
- are suffering from glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (a genetic disorder of red blood cells)
- have ever had mental health problems
- are diabetic
- suffer from myasthenia gravis (long-term neuromuscular junction disease)
- have a history of aneurysm (bulge or enlargement of a large blood vessel)
- suffer
from connective tissue disorders such as Marfan syndrome, vascular
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Turner syndrome, and Sjogren’s syndrome - have a salt imbalance in the blood
- suffer
from vascular disorders such as Takayasu arteritis, giant cell
arteritis, Behçet´s disease, high blood pressure, or known
atherosclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis - have ever developed a severe skin rash/peeling, blistering, and/or mouth sores after taking the medicine
- have received an organ transplant
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- corticosteroids (medicines used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system) Ex. cortisone, hydrocortisoneÂ
- other quinolone antibiotics (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin, or ofloxacin
- vitamin K antagonists (medicines used to thin blood) Ex. warfarin
- theophylline (used for breathing problems)
- non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (medicines used for pain and inflammation) Ex.
aspirin, ibuprofen, fenbufen, ketoprofen, indomethacin - ciclosporin (used to manage rejection of transplanted organs)
- antiarrhythmics
(medicine used for abnormal heart rhythm) Ex. quinidine,
hydroquinidine, disopyramide, sotalol, dofetilide, ibutilide, amiodarone - tricyclic antidepressants (medicines used to manage depression) Ex. amitriptyline, imipramine
- antipsychotics (medicines used to manage bipolar disorder and schizophrenia) Ex. olanzapine, risperidone, clozapine
- erythromycin, clarithromycin, azithromycin (medicines used to manage bacterial infections)
- probenecid (a medicine used for management of gout)
- cimetidine (used for ulcers and heartburn)
- iron tablets (used for anaemia)
- zinc supplements, magnesium/aluminium-containing antacids (used for acid/heart burn)
- didanosine/sucralfate (used for stomach ulcers)
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally take too much of GLEVO 500MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms
of overdose are seizures, confusion, dizziness, less consciousness,
tremor, heart problems (associated with signs such as uneven heartbeats,
nausea), and/or stomach burning.
Synopsis
| Druge | :Â Â | Levofloxacin |
| Pharmacological Category | :Â Â | Antibiotics |
| Therapeutic Indication | :  | Bacterial infections, Reduce the risk of anthrax occurrence       |
| Dosage Forms | :Â Â | Tablet, Syrup, Oral Suspension, Oral Solution, Injection, Infusion, Eye Drops, Ear drops |
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Storage
- Keep GLEVO 500MG TABLET out of reach of children
- Store GLEVO 500MG TABLET at room temperature
FAQs About GLEVO 500MG TABLET
Q: What is GLEVO 500MG TABLET used for?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is used to manage infections of acute sinusitis,
lungs (such as long-term breathing problems/pneumonia), urinary tract
(including kidney and bladder), prostate gland, and skin and soft tissue
(including muscles) in affected individuals. It is also used to reduce
the risk of getting anthrax (pulmonary disease) or worsening of the
disease after getting exposed to anthrax-causing bacteria.
Q: What are the side effects of GLEVO 500MG TABLET?
A:
The most common side effects after taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET are
sleeping problems, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and/or
diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
Q: What happens if you take more GLEVO 500MG TABLET than your required dose?
A:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of GLEVO 500MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms
of overdose are seizures, confusion, dizziness, less consciousness,
tremor, heart problems (associated with signs such as uneven heartbeats,
nausea), and/or stomach burning.
Q: How GLEVO 500MG TABLET works?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme
responsible for DNA synthesis) in bacteria, which results in the
destruction of bacterial cell structure, thus managing the occurrence of
bacterial infection in affected individuals.
Q: How to take GLEVO 500MG TABLET?
A:
Take GLEVO 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the
medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon
your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Q: Who should not take GLEVO 500MG TABLET?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have/ever had
epilepsy (seizure), tendinitis (inflammation/irritation of tendon) after
management with quinolone antibiotics, or if you are allergic to
levofloxacin, other quinolone antibiotics (such as moxifloxacin,
ciprofloxacin, or ofloxacin).
Q: Is GLEVO 500MG TABLET safe for kids?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and
adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the
medicine.
Q: Can GLEVO 500MG TABLET be used during pregnancy?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy or in
women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO
500MG TABLET.
Q: How long should I take GLEVO 500MG TABLET?
A:
Take GLEVO 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will
decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age,
body weight, and disease condition.
Q: Is GLEVO 500MG TABLET safe for kidneys?
A:
GLEVO 500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney
problems. Consult your doctor before taking GLEVO 500MG TABLET.
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KD Tripathi. Sulfonamides, Cotrimoxazole, and Quinolones. Essentials of
Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition. 2013. Page – 713.
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Vivek Podder, Nazia M. Sadiq. Levofloxacin. NIH National Library of
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Useful Diagnostic Tests
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)/ Hemogram
- Culture & Sensitivity, Blood
- Liver Function Test (LFT)
- Kidney Function Test (KFT)
- Serum Electrolytes/ Electrolytes Profile
- Full Body Health Checkup Advanced
- Healthy Midlife Checkup
- Full Body Checkup – Gold
- Full Body Checkup – Silver
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