Levofloxacin
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Swallow whole with plenty of water once daily, at the same time each day, with or without meals. Maintain high fluid intake throughout the day. Separate from antacids, iron, magnesium, and calcium supplements by at least 2 hours. Complete the full course.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Nausea, headache, insomnia, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation. Rare/Severe: Boxed warning: Achilles tendonitis and rupture, peripheral neuropathy, CNS effects (psychosis, seizures), QT prolongation, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, and aortic aneurysm rupture/dissection.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Boxed warning for disabling adverse reactions. Contraindicated in patients with myasthenia gravis, history of fluoroquinolone tendon disorders, or severe QT prolongation. Avoid strenuous physical activity during therapy. Report any chest/back pain, tendon swelling, or tingling immediately.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Levofloxacin
Found 4 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Levofloxacin Tablets 250mg
Levofloxacin is the active S-(-)-enantiomer of the fluoroquinolone ofloxacin. It exerts potent bactericidal activity by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, demonstrating 8- to 128-fold higher potency than the R-enantiomer against respiratory and systemic pathogens. High bioavailability allows 1:1 oral-to-intravenous conversion. Indicated for community-acquired and nosocomial pneumonia, acute pyelonephritis, complicated skin infections, chronic bacterial prostatitis, and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis.
Levofloxacin Tablets 500mg
Levofloxacin is the active S-(-)-enantiomer of the fluoroquinolone ofloxacin. It exerts potent bactericidal activity by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, demonstrating 8- to 128-fold higher potency than the R-enantiomer against respiratory and systemic pathogens. High bioavailability allows 1:1 oral-to-intravenous conversion. Indicated for community-acquired and nosocomial pneumonia, acute pyelonephritis, complicated skin infections, chronic bacterial prostatitis, and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis.
Levofloxacin Infusion 500 mg per 100 ml
Levofloxacin is the active S-(-)-enantiomer of the fluoroquinolone ofloxacin. It exerts potent bactericidal activity by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, demonstrating 8- to 128-fold higher potency than the R-enantiomer against respiratory and systemic pathogens. High bioavailability allows 1:1 oral-to-intravenous conversion. Indicated for community-acquired and nosocomial pneumonia, acute pyelonephritis, complicated skin infections, chronic bacterial prostatitis, and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis.
Levofloxacin Eye Drops 0.5 % w/v
Levofloxacin Eye Drops 0.5 % w/v is an evidence-based ophthalmic/otic formulation. It acts by delivering targeted active therapeutic substances to external ocular or auditory tissues to control infection, relieve inflammation, or restore tissue homeostasis.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Levofloxacin.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levofloxacin Tablets 250mg | 10's | ₹16.88 | LEVOFLOX, LEVOMAC, LEVOQUIN, LOXOF, LEVODAY | ₹48.32 | 65% Save |
| Levofloxacin Tablets 500mg | 10's | ₹34.03 | LEVOFLOX, LEVOMAC, LOXOF, LEVODAY, PHLEVO | ₹78.32 | 57% Save |
| Levofloxacin Infusion 500 mg per 100 ml | 100 ML | ₹33.75 | LEVOFLOX | ₹253.61 | 87% Save |
| Levofloxacin Eye Drops 0.5 % w/v | 5ml Drops | ₹23.44 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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