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Levaquin

Levofloxacin

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1.9 Effectiveness

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Description | Uses & Side Effects | Warnings

The generic name of this medication is levofloxacin and brand name is Levaquin.

Levaquin is manufactured and marketed by Ortho McNeil Company.

The active ingredients of this medication is levofloxacin and Inactive ingredients is water for injection.

It is primarily used in the treatment of certain forms of bacterial infections.

Common Uses:

This medication is used in the treatment of certain forms of bacterial infections like:
Acute bacterial sinusitis caused due to Haemophilus influenzae; Moraxella catarrhalis; or Streptococcus pneumoniae;
Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis caused because of methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, or Moraxella catarrhalis;
Nosocomial pneumonia caused due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Serratia marcescens, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Community-acquired pneumonia caused due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Legionella pneumophila, or Mycoplasma pneumoniae;
Complicated skin and skin structure infections caused due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, or Proteus mirabilis;
Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections caused due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes;
Chronic bacterial prostatitis caused due to Escherichia coli, Enterococcus faecalis, or methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus epidermidis.
Complicated urinary tract infections caused due to Enterococcus faecalis, Enterobacter cloacae, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa;
Acute pyelonephritis caused by Escherichia coli;
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused due to Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae or Staphylococcus saprophyticus;
Inhalational of anthrax following exposure - to reduce the incidence or progression of disease following exposure to aerosolized Bacillus anthracis.

Off Label Uses:

Off-label and investigational uses include:
Community-acquired pneumonia in children;
Endocarditis;
Enterocolitis (Shigella spp.);
Epididymitis (non-gonococcal);
Gonococcal infections;
Gynecological infections;
Legionnaires disease (Legionella pneumophila);
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID);
Peritonitis;
Tuberculosis;
Typhoid fever.

Side Effects:
Constipation;
Diarrhea;
Dizziness;
Gas;
Headache;
Lightheadedness;
Nausea;
Stomach pain.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people that:
Are allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients; or to any other quinolone antibiotic like ciprofloxacin etc;
Have certain forms of irregular heartbeat;
Are taking cisapride or certain antiarrhythmics like amiodarone; procainamide; quinidine; sotalol.

Not advsiable in pregnant women and those that are planning on becoming pregnant.

Drug Interactions:
Antiarrhythmics (eg, amiodarone, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol);
Insulin or oral diabetes medicines (eg, glyburide);
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin);
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen);
Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) (eg, duloxetine).

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Brands	Effectiveness	Holistic Benefits	Side Effects	Number of Ratings
Amoxil	7.33	5.99	1.26	3
Zithromax	7	6.36	3.92	2
Amoxicillin + Clavulanate potassium	6.33	7.25	1.1	3
Levaquin	4	2.4	3.04	2
Erythromycin	0	0	5.82	1

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Effectiveness of Levaquin by Condition

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Bacterial Infection (Antibiotic)

Pneumonia

Respiratory Tract Infection / Bronchitis

Sinusitis (Sinus Infection)

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Effectiveness on "Bacterial Infection (Antibiotic)"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Levaquin, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	9.5%	14.3%	61.9%	9.5%	4.8%
Balance/Equilibrium	5.3%	10.5%	73.7%	5.3%	5.3%
Blood Pressure	0%	5.3%	94.7%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	23.8%	66.7%	4.8%	4.8%
Confidence	4.8%	23.8%	66.7%	0%	4.8%
Coordination/Motor Skills	15%	5%	75%	5%	0%
Digestion	9.1%	18.2%	68.2%	4.5%	0%
Emotional Well-being	14.3%	14.3%	57.1%	9.5%	4.8%
Energy	9.1%	27.3%	45.5%	9.1%	9.1%
Eyesight	0%	10.5%	89.5%	0%	0%
Memory	10%	10%	80%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	5%	20%	70%	5%	0%
Pain	15%	5%	70%	10%	0%
Patience	0%	23.8%	71.4%	4.8%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	10.5%	89.5%	0%	0%
Sleep	4.8%	19%	57.1%	14.3%	4.8%
Stress Level	14.3%	14.3%	66.7%	0%	4.8%

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Commonly Reported Levaquin Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Dizziness	52.9%	29.4%	5.9%	11.8%	0%
General Discomfort	33.3%	0%	33.3%	0%	33.3%
Irregular Heartbeat	66.7%	0%	0%	33.3%	0%
Sore Throat	85.7%	7.1%	7.1%	0%	0%
Vomiting	82.4%	5.9%	5.9%	0%	5.9%
Depression	66.7%	0%	0%	33.3%	0%
Bruising	87.5%	0%	0%	12.5%	0%
Appetite Loss	70.6%	11.8%	5.9%	11.8%	0%
Pain	33.3%	0%	33.3%	0%	33.3%
Allergic Reaction	83.3%	0%	0%	0%	16.7%
Anxiety	66.7%	0%	0%	33.3%	0%
Fatigue	68.8%	0%	18.8%	6.2%	6.2%
Insomnia	66.7%	0%	33.3%	0%	0%
Diarrhea	81%	9.5%	4.8%	4.8%	0%
Stomach Ache	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%
Headache	81.2%	6.2%	6.2%	0%	6.2%
Irregular Bleeding	90%	10%	0%	0%	0%
Confusion	66.7%	0%	0%	33.3%	0%
Fever	94.4%	5.6%	0%	0%	0%
Drowsiness	83.3%	0%	16.7%	0%	0%
Irritability / Impatience	53.3%	13.3%	20%	6.7%	6.7%
Nausea	56.2%	18.8%	12.5%	6.2%	6.2%
Tendonitis	90%	0%	0%	0%	10%

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Less Commonly Reported Levaquin Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Depression	64.3%	14.3%	7.1%	7.1%	7.1%
Painful Urination	85.7%	0%	14.3%	0%	0%
Abdominal Pain	84.6%	7.7%	7.7%	0%	0%
Chest Pain	68.8%	12.5%	0%	6.2%	12.5%
Hives	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%
Skin Rash	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%
Anxiety	66.7%	0%	26.7%	6.7%	0%
Tendon Rupture	92.9%	0%	0%	7.1%	0%
Tendonitis	75%	0%	0%	25%	0%
Metallic Taste in Mouth	85.7%	7.1%	0%	7.1%	0%
Yeast Infection	66.7%	33.3%	0%	0%	0%
Jaundice	93.8%	6.2%	0%	0%	0%
Genital Discomfort	92.9%	7.1%	0%	0%	0%
Lightheadedness	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Torn Ligament	92.9%	0%	0%	7.1%	0%

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Episodes since taking Levaquin

Since taking Levaquin Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

Auto Accident

3.4%

Hospitalization

10.3%

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10 May 2011	One lethal dose. 750mg. Next morning could not get out of bed, right side in joint area severely hurt. Has been ever since along with lower back pain and leg. I HATE this drug. To top it off I called office and they said to continue taking it. Took it for four days total to treat pneumonia which I did not have. My Dr. saw me three days later and said to stop immediately. What can I do? or should I do? —Posted by shercares Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
24 Jun 2010	I took this for my bout with pneumonia and it definitely helped clear out the rest of my infection. I trust this drug as a dependable antibiotic. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
06 Jun 2010	I was switched from Septra to Levaquin do to getting hives from Septra —Posted by Leah Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
01 Jun 2010	Anaphylactic shock here. I had to be rushed to the hospital. My face swelled up until the eyes were slits; the tongue swelled; and welts were all over my body. My tongue swelled within a few minutes of injestion. I was lucky to get to the hospital in time. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use