Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop

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Composition FOR Levodrop 1.5% w/v Ophthalmic Solution

Levofloxacin(1.5% w/v)

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lactation interaction for Levodrop Ophthalmic Solution

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Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
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Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Levodrop 1.5% w/v Ophthalmic Solution

Levofloxacin(1.5% w/v)

Levodrop ophthalmic solution uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections and bacterial infections.

How levodrop ophthalmic solution works

Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Common side effects of levodrop ophthalmic solution

Eye irritation, Burning sensation, Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Constipation, Diarrhea

SUBSTITUTES FOR Levodrop Ophthalmic Solution

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Expert advice FOR Levodrop Ophthalmic Solution

  • You have been prescribed Levofloxacin for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
  • Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Frequently asked questions FOR Levodrop 1.5% w/v Ophthalmic Solution

Levofloxacin

Q. Can I stop taking Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Levodrop 1.5% Eye Drop in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)