Glevo 500mg Injection 100ml

By GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS

100ml Infusion in Bottle

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Glevo 500 MG Description

Levofloxacin belongs to the group of antibiotics called Fluoroquinolone
It is an antibacterial agent which is used to treat bacterial infections

Product Summary

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Contains	Levofloxacin(500.0 Mg)
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Glevo 500 MG

Different types of pneumonia
Respiratory tract infection
Sinus infection
Urinary tract infection
Skin and soft tissue infection
Prostate gland infection

Contraindications of Glevo 500 MG

If you are allergic to Levofloxacin or any other ingredients of this medicine
If you are allergic to class of medicines called Fluoroquinolone
If you have history of fits (epilepsy)
If you have problems related to tendon (tissue connecting muscles to bones) like inflammation and swelling of the tendons (tendonitis)
If your age is less than 18 years
If you are pregnant or are planning to have a baby or if you are breastfeeding

Side effects of Glevo 500 MG

Inflammation of veins (phlebitis)
Injection site reaction (pain and reddening)
Sleeping disorder
Headache
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Nausea
Increased liver enzyme

Precautions and Warnings of Glevo 500 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml during pregnancy?

Do not take Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are
planning to have a baby
If you conceive while taking this medicine, stop taking this medicine immediately and inform your doctor

Breast Feeding

Can I take Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml while breastfeeding?

It is not known if Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml can pass into human breast milk, however fluoroquinolones can pass into human breast milk and harm your child
Hence breast-feeding should be discontinued while you are taking this medicine or ask your doctor for another rmedicine

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml?

You may experience drowsiness, dizziness and visual disturbances when you are taking this medicine
You should not drive or use any tools or machines while taking this medicine

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml?

You should avoid drinking excessive alcohol while taking this medicine, as alcohol may worsen the side effects like drowsiness or dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Your age is 60 years or above
You have diabetes
You have history of fits
You have any brain injury
You have heart diseases, history of heart attack, very slow heart rate, salt imbalance
You have kidney diseases
You have liver diseases
You have mental health problems
If you have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (an inherited disorder that affects red blood cells)
You have myasthenia gravis, this medicine can cause muscle weakness and breathing difficulty

Mode of Action of Glevo 500 MG

How Does It Work?

This medicine works by preventing bacterial growth caused by specific enzymes like DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV that helps in DNA replication

Directions for Use of Glevo 500 MG

This medicine will be given in hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection
Do not self inject this medicine

Interactions of Glevo 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines known as corticosteroids used to treat inflammation and swelling
Medicines uesd as blood thinners like warfarin
Medicines used to treat respiratory diseases like theophylline
Medicines used as painkillers like aspirin, ibruprofen, fenbufen, ketoprofen and indomethacin
Medicines used after organ transplants like ciclosporin
Medicines that alter heart rhythm like quinidine, hydroquinidine, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol, dofetilide, ibutilide
Medicines used to treat depression like imipramine, amitriptyline
Antibiotics like erythromycin, clarithromycin, azithromycin
Medicines used to treat mental health conditions
Medicines that may affect your kidney functions like methotrexate, cimentidine, probenicid
Medicine used to treat HIV infections like didanosine
Medicines or diatery supplements that contain iron, aluminium, magnesium or sucralfate. Levofloxacin should not be taken within two hours of taking these medicine as they reduce the effect of this med...
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Storage and disposal of Glevo 500 MG

Store Glevo 500mg Inj 100ml at room temperature
Protect it from direct sunlight
Please keep it away from children

Dosage of Glevo 500 MG

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this injection; therefore, it is unlikely that you overdose on the medicine. However, this medicine may cause confusion, dizziness, impairment of consciousness, fits, na...

Your doctor or nurse will monitor you about when the medicine should be given to you
It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking this medicine?

A: This medicine can interact with other drugs hence inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines especially supplements or herbs. Also inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine.

Q: What precautions should I take when using this medicine?

Avoid going out in the sun. Wear a protective covering or use a sunscreen (SPF 30 or 40) to prevent sunburn.
If you experience pain, swelling of a tendon, or weakness or inability to use one of your joints; rest and refrain from exercise; and discontinue levofloxacin treatment immediately. Report the same t...
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If you experience sudden chest or back or stomach pain, seek medical help immediately
Have plenty of water

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Product Details

Brand

GLEVO

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

12/03/2025

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