Volequin injection
Dexa Medica
Ingredients in every ml
| Levofloxacin | 5 mg |
Each package contains
Other details
| Flavour | None |
W.H.O. classification
| ATC Level 1 | J - Antiinfectives for systemic use |
| ATC Level 2 | J01 - Antibacterials for Systemic Use |
| ATC Level 3 | J01M - Quinolone Antibacterials |
Warnings
Pregnancy
Lactation
Alcohol
Machinery
Available in
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Cambodia |
Dosage information
FOR ALL AGES
For the parenteral and oral dosage forms showing a bioequivalence, the same dosage can be used, usually for 7-14 days depending on severity of the disease.
Usual dosage in patients with normal renal function (creatinine clearance >80 ml/minute) is 250-500 mg once daily depending on type and severity of the infection and sensitivity of the pathogens.
It is usually possible to switch from initial intravenous treatment to the oral route after a few days, according to the condition of the patient.
ELDERLY PATIENTS
Elderly patients (with normal renal function) should receive the same dosage as normal adult patients.
PATIENTS WITH IMPAIRED HEPATIC FUNCTION
Patients with impaired hepatic function (but with normal renal function) should receive the same dosage as normal adult patients.
Indication
Levofloxacin injection is indicated when intravenous administration offers a route administration advantageous to the patient (e.g., patient cannot tolerate an oral dosage form). Levofloxacin is indicated in Adults (≥18 years) in infections with susceptible microorganism, such as:
– Acute maxillary sinusitis.
– Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.
– Pneumonia (community-acquired pneumonia).
– Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections.
– Complicated urinary tract infection.
– Acute pyelonephritis.
If bacterial resistance occurs and the result of the therapy does not satisfy, the bacterial monitoring needs to be performed.