Levaquin

Levaquin is antibiotic from group of fluoroquinolones. The basic function of the drug is fight agains bacteria in human body. Levaquin is used for treatment of different kinds of infections as skin, bladder, kidneys or prostate. Sometimes the medication is used as a part of a treatment complex for pneumonia. The list of diseases treated by Levaquin mentioned here may be incomplete.

Do not take Levaquin if you are allergic to this drug or some of its components. Provide your healthcare professional with detailed history of your diseases. Inform your doctor about kidney or liver problem if you have them. As Levaquin is known to cause serious allergic reactions, get medical help as soon as possible if you determine following symptoms: skin rash, difficulty breathing or swallowing or fast heartbeat.

Your doctor will determine your way of medicine taking. Please, follow all the given instructions and do not stop taking the drug even if you feel better. Otherwise infection that caused your disease will come back. Take Levaquin with full glass of water and try to drink some extra glasses during the whole day.

Levaquin usage by people over 60 may increase the risk of tendon problems. Discuss all possible risks for you with your doctor before starting taking the drug.