Levofloxacin 500mg Tablet

Exolor-500 Tablet contains Levofloxacin 500 mg. It is a broad spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It works by inibiting bactrial infections caused bvy susceptible organisms. Levofloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase. It also inhibits the topoisomerase IV. This includes essential for bacterial DNA replication and repair. The medicine leads to bacterial cell death.

Composition:

Levofloxacin 500mg Tablet

What Are The Uses Of Exolor-500 Tablet?

Exolor-500 is prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections: 

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): The medicine can also treat complicated UTIs.

Respiratory Tract Infections: It can be effective for these infections:

• Community-acquired pneumonia
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis

Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Prostatitis caused by susceptible bacteria

The medicine is not for the treatment of viral infections. Only use based on your condition and doctor’s advice.

What are the Benefits of Exolor-500?

The medicine is effective against a wide range of:

• Gram positive
• Gram negative bacteria

The medicine is beneficial with good oral absorption. Systemic availability is another benefit. The formulation allows once daily dosing. It helps control infections with fewer symptoms. 

How to Use Exolor-500 Tablet?

Exolor-500 should be taken according to the prescription. Follow as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Swallow the tablet of Exolor-500 as a whole. Have it with water and with or without food. Dosage and duration depend on the type of:

• Infection
• Severity
• Patient factors

It is important to complete the full prescribed course. Consult your doctor before stopping the dosage. Do not take these within two hours of taking this medicine:

• Antacids
• Iron
• Zinc
• Calcium supplements

This is because they may reduce absorption.

What Are The Side effects Of Levofloxacin 500mg Tablet?

These are some of the common side effects:

• Nausea 
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia

There are some serious but less common side effects. These include:

• Tendon inflammation
• Rupture
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Central nervous system effects 
• QT interval prolongation
• Allergic reaction

Elderly patients may be at a higher risk of tendon disorders. Seek medical attention fast in this case. 

Storage Instructions for Levofloxacin 500mg Tablet

Store Exolor-500 Tablets in a cool place. The storage area must be dry for safety. Keep it protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.