# Levofloxacin (Levofloxacin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/levofloxacin
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Levofloxacin?

Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial. It is prescribed to treat haemophilus infections, bronchitis, eye infections. Across the United States, 54,000 doctors prescribe Levofloxacin to approximately 1.1 million Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Levofloxacin

## Indications

Levofloxacin is prescribed for several conditions including haemophilus infections, bronchitis, eye infections, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Haemophilus Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/haemophilus-infections)
- [Bronchitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bronchitis)
- [Eye Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/eye-infections)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Tuberculosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/tuberculosis)
- [Pulmonary](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pulmonary)
- [Staphylococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/staphylococcal-infections)
- [Proteus Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/proteus-infections)
- [Mycoplasma Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/mycoplasma-infections)
- [Pyelonephritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pyelonephritis)
- [Chlamydia Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/chlamydia-infections)
- [Soft Tissue Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/soft-tissue-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Levofloxacin is a member of the fluoroquinolone class of antibacterial agents .

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Fluoroquinolone Antibacterial [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

constipation and dizziness ( 6, diarrhea, headache, insomnia, nausea

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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