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The active ingredient Kaflovo is Levofloxacin. The drug is used to treat diseases such as sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, skin infections, bronchitis, complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections, prostatitis and subcutaneous tissues with complications or are not.Kaflovo 500mg drug is prepared in the form of oval-shaped, pink film-coated tablets, smooth edges and members, smooth on both sides.
1. Indications for taking Kaflovo 500mg Currently, Kaflovo 500mg is indicated in the treatment of mild, moderate and severe infections in people over 18 years old such as:
Acute sinusitis; Acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis; Pneumonia; Community-acquired pneumonia ; Skin & skin structure infections; Urinary tract infections with & without complications; Nephritis - acute pyelonephritis. 2. Contraindications to use Kaflovo 500mg Contraindicated to use Kaflovo 500mg in case of hypersensitivity to drug components and Quinolone group. 3. Dosage and how to use Kaflovo 500mg How to use: 500mg Kaflovo drug used orally. The patient should not break, suck or chew the tablet because it can reduce the absorption into the body.
Dosage:
The usual dose of Kaflovo 500mg is 1 tablet / day. Use treatment for 7-14 days, depending on the condition and the causative agent. Specifically:
For acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: Dosage 1 tablet/day, used for 7-10 days. For community-acquired pneumonia: 1 tablet x 1-2 times/day, used for 7-14 days. For acute sinusitis: Dose 1 tablet/day, used for 10-14 days. For pyelonephritis: 1 tablet for 7-10 days. For complicated urinary tract infections: The dose is 1 tablet/day, used for 7-14 days. For uncomplicated cystitis: 250mg/time for 3 days. For chronic prostatitis: 1 tablet/day for 28 days. For skin and soft tissue infections: 1 tablet, 1-2 times/day, for 7-14 days. For uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 250mg/time/day for 3 days. For the case of prophylactic treatment after exposure to anthrax bacilli, the dose is 1 tablet/day for 8 weeks. How to deal with missed dose, overdose of Kaflovo 500mg:
In case of missing dose of Kaflovo 500mg, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use a new dose. When using Kaflovo 500mg drug overdose, it can cause dizziness, dizziness, heart palpitations... Patients need to stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
4. Kaflovo 500mg . side effects
When taking Kaflovo 500mg, patients may experience some unwanted effects such as:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; Change in taste; Sleep disorders; Headache and dizziness; Sensitivity to sunlight; Painful swelling of joints/muscles/tendons; Stomachache; Visual changes and allergic reactions. Seizures, mental disorders; Chest pain, arrhythmia; Restlessness, anxiety; Change in urine output and yellowing of the eyes/skin. If you experience the above symptoms, you need to stop using Kaflovo 500mg and go to the nearest medical facility for timely examination and treatment.
5. Kaflovo 500mg . drug interactions
Kaflovo 500mg drug may interact when used together with:
Iron salts and antacids containing magnesium or aluminum; Fenbufen, Theophyllin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Sucralfate; Drugs Probenecid and Cimetidine; Cyclosporin drugs; Vitamin K antagonists; Drugs that prolong the QT interval.
6. Notes when using Kaflovo 500mg
Care should be taken when using Kaflovo 500mg in pregnant and lactating women. To be on the safe side, consult your doctor/pharmacist before use. Absolutely do not use when the drug Kaflovo 500mg has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is the entire information about Kaflovo 500mg, you need to read carefully the instructions for use, consult your doctor / pharmacist before use. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy medicine to treat at home because there may be unwanted side effects.
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