L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ treats various bacterial infections, including infections of the lower respiratory tract (lungs), urinary tract (kidneys and bladder), skin, soft tissues, and prostate gland. It contains Levofloxacin, a quinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Thereby, inhibits bacterial growth and treats bacterial infection. It is also used to treat anthrax (a rare but serious bacterial illness) and certain types of plague.

FAQs

How does L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ work?

L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which retards bacterial growth.

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using L-Cin Iv 500Mg/?

L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, liver or kidney diseases, hypokalaemia, diabetes, joint or tendon problems (tendonitis, bursitis), mood disorders (depression), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), fits, aneurysm (weakening of an artery), blockage of the aorta or other blood vessels, high blood pressure, and connective tissue disorders like Marfan syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

Can I use L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ if I am diabetic?

L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if prescribed.

I am undergoing vaccination for typhoid this week. Can I use L-Cin Iv 500Mg/?

L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ if you are undergoing any vaccinations.

Can I take other medications with L-Cin Iv 500Mg/?

Antacids and multivitamins with minerals can decrease the efficacy of L-Cin Iv 500Mg/. Hence, it is recommended to take L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ 2 to 4 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after taking magnesium/aluminium antacids, sucralfate, zinc or iron preparations, and multivitamins with minerals.

Does L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of L-Cin Iv 500Mg/. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is also reported during usage of antibiotics like L-Cin Iv 500Mg/. Therefore, when the patient has diarrhoea, undergoing an examination is advised to rule out the chances of CDAD following L-Cin Iv 500Mg/ therapy.