Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection. It also relieves the painful symptoms of the infection. Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better, which will ensure a better recovery. Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition.

• Diarrhea
• Dysentery

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Levofloxacin and Ornidazole.\tLevofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Ornidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness
• Headache

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Levact AC 250 mg/500 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Gastro intestinal