Additional information
Active substance | Levofloxacin |
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Classification | Antibiotic Fluoroquinolone |
Acne | No |
Water Retention | No |
HBR | No |
Hepatotoxicity | Low |
Aromatization | No |
Lab Test | Not specifically monitored via lab tests in standard clinical practice |
Also known as | L-isomer of Ofloxacin |
WAREHOUSE | International Warehouse 2 |
Blood pressure | No direct effects on blood pressure |
Trade name | Levaquin, Tavanic, and others |
Storage conditions | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
Chemical name | (S)-9-Fluoro-2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-10-(4-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-7-oxo-7H-pyrido[1,2,3-de]-1,4-benzoxazine-6-carboxylic acid |
Formula | C18H20FN3O4 |
Substance class | Fluoroquinolone antibiotic |
Main action | Antibacterial |
Half-life | Approximately 6 to 8 hours |
Dosage (medical) | Typically 250 mg to 750 mg once daily, depending on the infection type and severity |
Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
Effects | Effective against a broad range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria |
Side effects | Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and potential for tendon damage |
Use in sports | Not typically used in sports, misuse can lead to serious health risks |
Manufacturer | Sanofi |
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