Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis: When a long-term lung condition suddenly worsens due to bacteria. Community-Acquired Pneumonia: Lung infections picked up in daily life. Sinusitis: Bacterial infection of the sinuses with heavy congestion. Bronchiectasis: A condition where the airways are damaged and clogged with thick mucus.
This tablet works like a "clean-and-clear" team for your lungs: Levofloxacin (The Cleaner): It enters the bacterial cells and inhibits an enzyme called DNA gyrase. This prevents the bacteria from repairing themselves or reproducing, eventually killing them. Ambroxol HCL (The Clearer): It breaks down the chemical bonds in thick, sticky mucus, making it thinner and more watery. The SR (Sustained Release) version ensures that your phlegm stays thin throughout the day, making it much easier for you to cough it up and clear your airways.
Common: Nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, and a change in taste. Neurological: Dizziness, headache, or trouble sleeping (insomnia). Musculoskeletal (Rare but serious): Tendonitis or tendon rupture (specifically the Achilles tendon). Sensitivity: Increased sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity).
Levofloxacin kills the bacteria causing the infection, while Ambroxol thins the thick mucus so you can breathe easier and clear the infection out of your lungs faster.
No. You must finish the entire course prescribed by your doctor. Stopping antibiotics early can lead to 'antibiotic resistance,' making future infections much harder to treat.
You should avoid strenuous exercise. Levofloxacin carries a small risk of tendon inflammation or rupture, especially in the heels (Achilles tendon).
It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with a full glass of water is recommended to help the Ambroxol thin out the mucus effectively.
Avoid taking antacids, calcium, iron, or zinc supplements within 2 hours of this tablet, as they can bind to Levofloxacin and prevent it from being absorbed.
Yes. Levofloxacin can make your skin burn more easily. Wear sunscreen and avoid prolonged sun exposure or tanning beds while on this medication.
If you experience watery or bloody diarrhea, stop the medicine and call your doctor immediately. Do not take anti-diarrhea medicine without asking a professional.
You should avoid large amounts of dairy (like a big glass of milk) at the exact same time as the tablet, as calcium can interfere with the antibiotic's strength.
No. Levofloxacin only treats bacterial infections. It has no effect on viruses like the cold or the flu.
Levofloxacin can cause 'jitters' or insomnia in some people. If you find it hard to sleep, try taking your dose earlier in the day.
