Pregnancy Interaction

• Not a good idea to do while pregnant unless absolutely required.
• Levofloxacin may have an effect on the growth of bones and cartilage in the fetus, hence it should not be used.
• Only use if the doctor thinks the advantages are worth the dangers.
• Tell your doctor right away if you get pregnant while taking this prescription.

Faq For Medicine

Q1: What is the purpose of the Alevo 250mg Tablet?

It is an antibiotic that can help with bacterial infections such UTIs, chest infections, pneumonia, skin infections, and sinusitis.

Q2: Is it okay to take Alevo on an empty stomach?

You can take it with or without food, although taking it with food makes your stomach less irritated.

Q3. Is it safe for kids to take Alevo 250mg?

Not usually recommended for kids because it could cause problems with their joints and tendons.

Q4. Is it okay to eat dairy items with this tablet?

Don't eat dairy products two hours before or after taking the medicine because they make it harder for the body to absorb it.

Q5. How long does it take to work?

You might feel better in 2–3 days, but you should still finish the whole course.

Expert Advice

• Stay out of the sun; Levofloxacin can make you feel like you've been burned.
• You shouldn't consume iron, zinc, multivitamins, or antacids within two hours after taking this tablet.
• To avoid crystalluria (crystals in urine), drink a lot of water.
• If you have tendon pain, swelling, or muscle weakness, stop taking your medicine and tell your doctor.
• Not a good idea for persons with epilepsy, tendon difficulties, or heart rhythm issues.
• Don't drink alcohol because it could make you feel more dizzy or sleepy.

Side Effects

• A lot of the time:
• Feeling sick and throwing up
• Feeling dizzy
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the head
• Pain in the stomach
• If it's serious, get medical help:
• Pain or tearing of the tendon
• Dizziness that is quite bad or an irregular heartbeat
• Allergy: rash, edema, and trouble breathing
• Nerve injury (numbness, tingling)
• Severe diarrhea due to C. difficile infection

 How it works

• Levofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, is in Alevo 250mg.
• It works by:
• Blocking the enzymes DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV in bacteria.
• Stopping bacteria from copying their DNA and splitting into two cells.
• This kills the microorganisms that cause infections.

Medicine Interaction

• Stay away from or use with care:
• Aluminum and magnesium antacids
• Supplements of iron, zinc, and calcium
• NSAIDs (higher chance of having seizures)
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Anti-arrhythmic drugs (Amiodarone, Sotalol)
• Steroids (raise the risk of tendon tears)
• Probenecid and Cimetidine raise the levels of Levofloxacin.
• Don't drink alcohol because it could make your dizziness worse.

 How to Use

• Take one pill or as your doctor says to.
• Take the tablet with a full glass of water.
• You can take it with or without food.
• Keep a two-hour break between taking antacids, multivitamins, or dairy products.
• Do not skip doses or stop taking them early.
• If you forget to take a dose, do it as soon as you can, unless it's almost time for the next one.

 Uses / Indications

• Infections of the urinary tract (UTI)
• Infections of the lungs (pneumonia, bronchitis)
• Infections in the sinuses
• Infections affecting the skin and soft tissue
• Prostatitis
• Infections of the digestive system
• Typhoid fever