Tavanic I.V. 750 5 mg / 1ml Infusion
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: March 2013
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of mild bacterial infections due to levofloxacin-susceptible micro-organisms.
Dosage (summary)
750 mg IV once daily; adjust for renal impairment.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Theophylline
- Probenecid
- Cimetidine
- Vitamin K antagonists
- QT-prolonging medications
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin
- Epilepsy
- History of tendon disorders
- Children or adolescents
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
Counselling Points
- Avoid exposure to strong sunlight
- Monitor blood glucose in diabetics
- Report any signs of tendon pain or swelling
Serious warnings
- Risk of tendon rupture
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- QT-interval prolongation
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