Kraj: Stany Zjednoczone
Język: angielski
Źródło: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
LEVOFLOXACIN (UNII: 6GNT3Y5LMF) (LEVOFLOXACIN ANHYDROUS - UNII:RIX4E89Y14)
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
LEVOFLOXACIN
LEVOFLOXACIN ANHYDROUS 750 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Levofloxacin tablets are indicated for the treatment of adults (≥18 years of age) with mild, moderate, and severe infections caused by susceptible isolates of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed in this section. Levofloxacin injection is indicated when intravenous administration offers a route of administration advantageous to the patient (e.g., patient cannot tolerate an oral dosage form). Levofloxacin tablets are indicated for the treatment of nosocomial pneumonia due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Serratia marcescens, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae . Adjunctive therapy should be used as clinically indicated. Where Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a documented or presumptive pathogen, combination therapy with an anti-pseudomonal β-lactam is recommended [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] . Levofloxacin tablets are indicated for the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia due to methicillin-sus
Levofloxacin Tablets USP, 750 mg are white capsule shaped, biconvex film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘11’ on one side and ‘T’ on the other side. Bottle of 5 - 68788-9548-5 Bottle of 7 - 68788-9548-7 Bottle of 10 - 68788-9548-1 Bottle of 14 - 68788-9548-4 Bottle of 20 - 68788-9548-2 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] in well-closed containers. Keep out of reach of children.
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LEVOFLOXACIN- LEVOFLOXACIN TABLET, FILM COATED Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ---------- MEDICATION GUIDE Levofloxacin Tablets USP (lee'' voe flox' a sin) Read this Medication Guide before you start taking levofloxacin tablets and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. What is the most important information I should know about levofloxacin tablets? Levofloxacin tablets, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, can cause serious side effects. Some of these serious side effects can happen at the same time and could result in death. If you have any of the following serious side effects while you take levofloxacin tablets, you should stop taking levofloxacin tablets immediately and get medical help right away. 1. Tendon rupture or swelling of the tendon (tendinitis). • Tendon problems can happen in people of all ages who take levofloxacin tablets. Tendons are tough cords of tissue that connect muscles to bones. Some tendon problems include pain, swelling, tears, and swelling of tendons including the back of the ankle (Achilles), shoulder, hand, or other tendon sites. • The risk of getting tendon problems while you take levofloxacin tablets are higher if you: • are over 60 years of age • are taking steroids (corticosteroids) • have had a kidney, heart or lung transplant. • Tendon problems can happen in people who do not have the above risk factors when they take levofloxacin tablets. • Other reasons that can increase your risk of tendon problems can include: • physical activity or exercise • kidney failure • tendon problems in the past, such as in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) • Stop taking levofloxacin tablets immediately and get medical help right away at the first sign of tendon pain, swelling or inflammation. Avoid exercise and using the affected area. The most common area of pain and swelling is the Achilles tendon at the back of your ankle. Th Przeczytaj cały dokument
LEVOFLOXACIN- LEVOFLOXACIN TABLET, FILM COATED PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE LEVOFLOXACIN TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR LEVOFLOXACIN TABLETS. LEVOFLOXACIN TABLETS, FOR ORAL USE INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1996 WARNING: SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS INCLUDING TENDINITIS, TENDON RUPTURE, PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS AND EXACERBATION OF MYASTHENIA GRAVIS _SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR COMPLETE BOXED WARNING._ FLUOROQUINOLONES, INCLUDING LEVOFLOXACIN, HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH DISABLING AND POTENTIALLY IRREVERSIBLE SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS THAT HAVE OCCURRED TOGETHER (5.1), INCLUDING: • • • DISCONTINUE LEVOFLOXACIN IMMEDIATELY AND AVOID THE USE OF FLUOROQUINOLONES, INCLUDING LEVOFLOXACIN, IN PATIENTS WHO EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS (5.1) FLUOROQUINOLONES, INCLUDING LEVOFLOXACIN, MAY EXACERBATE MUSCLE WEAKNESS IN PATIENTS WITH MYASTHENIA GRAVIS. AVOID LEVOFLOXACIN IN PATIENTS WITH A KNOWN HISTORY OF MYASTHENIA GRAVIS _[SEE WARNINGS AND_ _PRECAUTIONS (5.5)]._ BECAUSE FLUOROQUINOLONES, INCLUDING LEVOFLOXACIN, HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS (5.1 TO 5.14), RESERVE LEVOFLOXACIN FOR USE IN PATIENTS WHO HAVE NO ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING INDICATIONS: • • • RECENT MAJOR CHANGES Boxed Warning 6/2016 Indications and Usage (1) 6/2016 Dosage and Administration (2) 6/2016 Warnings and Precautions (5) 2/2017 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Levofloxacin tablets are a fluoroquinolone antibacterial indicated in adults (≥18 years of age) with infections caused by designated, susceptible bacteria (1, 12.4). • • • • • • • • • Usage To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of levofloxacin and other antibacterial drugs, levofloxacin should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused TEN Przeczytaj cały dokument