Levaquin
Formulated to target bacterial infection to alleviate symptoms and support clinical recovery.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Levofloxacin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 250 · 500 · 750mg
Levaquin details
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infection · Prostatitis
- Alternative names
- Tavanic
- Therapeutic class
- Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Fluoroquinolone
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones; epilepsy; history of tendon disorders
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid driving if dizziness occurs; maintain hydration
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- tendinitis; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature, away from light.
- Drug interactions
- antacids; iron salts; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children or adolescents.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Avoid. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Serious side effects
tendon rupture, requires immediate medical attention; qt prolongation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to target bacterial infection to alleviate symptoms and support clinical recovery.
Mechanism of action
Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone that inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, essential enzymes for bacterial DNA replication. By blocking these, it halts DNA synthesis and bacterial reproduction.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Levaquin
Levaquin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic targeting bacterial infection and prostatitis. It contains the active ingredient levofloxacin, which is also sold under the brand name Tavanic. This medication is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250, 500, and 750mg, and is manufactured by Sanofi.
Levaquin availability in Asia
Levaquin is registered across 13 markets including Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand, with availability also in Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. Generic levofloxacin, often produced in India, provides a more affordable alternative to the original brand for expats and those residing far from well-stocked medical centres. As this is a potent medication, it is best used under a doctor’s care to manage health conditions.