Levofloxacin (Oral Route)

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Levofloxacin (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Levaquin

Description

Levofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also used to prevent an anthrax infection after a person has been exposed to anthrax.

Levofloxacin belongs to the class of medicines known as fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR600845 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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