Leflox contains levofloxacin, which inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, interfering with bacterial DNA replication.
Because fluoroquinolones can cause serious and potentially long-lasting adverse effects, current prescribing guidance recommends reserving them for situations where other commonly recommended antibiotics are inappropriate.
Uses
- Selected respiratory infections
- Complicated urinary tract infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Selected skin and soft-tissue infections
- Other susceptible bacterial infections as prescribed
Active Ingredient
- Levofloxacin 500mg
How to Take
- Take exactly as prescribed.
- Swallow with sufficient water.
- Separate from calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium/aluminium containing antacids and sucralfate by at least 2 hours because these can reduce absorption.
Precautions
- Prescription-only antibiotic.
- Can cause tendon injury, peripheral neuropathy and other serious adverse effects.
- Avoid use in pregnancy, breastfeeding and children unless specifically directed by a specialist.
- Do not use for viral infections.
- Complete treatment only as prescribed.
