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Veloxin 500 Infusion is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Veloxin 500 Infusion have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Veloxin 500 Infusion. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Veloxin 500 Infusion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Veloxin 500 Infusion normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Veloxin 500 Infusion is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Veloxin 500 Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Veloxin 500 Infusion is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Veloxin 500 Infusion contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Veloxin 500 Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Veloxin 500 Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Veloxin 500 Infusion is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Veloxin 500 Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Veloxin. It is best to stop taking Veloxin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Veloxin 500 Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Veloxin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Infusion on the Kidneys?
Veloxin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Infusion on the Liver?
Veloxin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Infusion on the Heart?
You can take Veloxin without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veloxin 500 Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veloxin 500 Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Veloxin 500 Infusion has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Veloxin 500 Infusion you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Veloxin 500 Infusion should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Veloxin 500 Infusion in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Veloxin 500 Infusion
Taking Veloxin 500 Infusion with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veloxin 500 Infusion
Drinking alcohol while taking Veloxin 500 Infusion may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Veloxin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Veloxin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Take Veloxin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Veloxin can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes you can take this Veloxin for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
