Levofloxacin
Brand: Levaquin
Key warning
Boxed warning: tendinitis and tendon rupture, nerve damage, CNS effects; avoid in myasthenia gravis
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Trouble sleeping
Key interactions & cautions
- Antacids and iron reduce its absorption
- Increased tendon risk with corticosteroids
- May raise blood sugar effects of diabetes drugs
- Can prolong the heart's QT interval
Counseling points
- Separate from antacids, calcium, and iron
- Report tendon pain or swelling
- Stay hydrated and avoid excess sun
- Finish the full course
- Report numbness or tingling
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