1. Overview
This medicine is an antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It helps the body fight harmful bacteria and is commonly prescribed for infections affecting the lungs, urinary tract, skin, and other parts of the body.
2. How It Works
It works by stopping bacteria from multiplying and repairing themselves. By blocking this process, the medicine helps kill the bacteria and clear the infection from the body.
3. Common Uses
- Respiratory tract infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Certain gastrointestinal and systemic bacterial infections
4. Key Benefits
- Broad-spectrum action against many bacteria
- Helps relieve infection-related symptoms
- Well-studied and commonly prescribed antibiotic
- Convenient once-daily dosing in many cases
5. Safety & Precautions
- Use only if prescribed by a healthcare professional
- Complete the full course as directed
- Not effective for viral infections like colds or flu
- Inform your doctor about other medicines or medical conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from children
6. Scientific Literature (External Links)
- Levofloxacin: mechanism and clinical use: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=levofloxacin+mechanism+of+action
- Levofloxacin in respiratory infections: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/?term=levofloxacin+respiratory+infection
- Safety and efficacy of levofloxacin: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=levofloxacin+safety+efficacy
These details are compiled from publicly available scientific sources. MYMEDS.MD is not liable for clinical interpretation. Please consult a licensed medical practitioner for personalised guidance.
