Levofloxacin with Nitozoxanide

-Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis. -Nitazoxanide is an antiparasitic and antiviral medication, primarily used to treat protozoal and helminthic infections.

Indications

-Levofloxacin: Respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, etc. -Nitazoxanide: Treatment of giardiasis, cryptosporidiosis, and other parasitic infections.

Dosage

-Dosages vary based on the specific condition being treated and the patient's age and weight. -Administer as prescribed by a healthcare professional.0

Contra-Indications

-Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or nitazoxanide. -Known history of tendon disorders with fluoroquinolones.

Special Precautions

-Levofloxacin may cause tendonitis and tendon rupture; caution in patients with a history of these conditions. -Nitazoxanide use should be approached cautiously in patients with hepatic impairment.

Side Effects

-Levofloxacin: Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, tendonitis, etc. -Nitazoxanide: Abdominal pain, headache, nausea, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions

-Levofloxacin may interact with certain medications, such as antacids, warfarin, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). -Nitazoxanide interactions may occur with rifampin and certain antiepileptic drugs.