Alflox (Levofloxacin 500mg)
Alflox (Levofloxacin 500 mg) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA replication, leading to the death of the bacteria.
â Uses of Alflox (Levofloxacin 500 mg)
ðŦ 1. Respiratory Tract Infections
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Community-acquired pneumonia
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Acute bacterial sinusitis
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Chronic bronchitis exacerbations
ð§Ŧ 2. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
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Effective for both simple and complicated UTIs, including kidney infections (pyelonephritis).
ð 3. Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
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Used for cellulitis, wound infections, and abscesses caused by susceptible bacteria.
ð 4. Prostatitis (Bacterial)
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Treats chronic bacterial prostatitis, especially in adult males.
ðĐ 5. Gastrointestinal Infections
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Used for infectious diarrhea, including that caused by E. coli, Salmonella, or Shigella.
ðĶī 6. Bone and Joint Infections (Off-label)
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Occasionally used for osteomyelitis or joint infections when culture-sensitive.
ð· 7. Tuberculosis (2nd line – Off-label)
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Sometimes used as a second-line drug in multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB).
ð How It Works
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Inhibits bacterial enzymes (DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV), preventing bacterial replication and repair.