Food & Alcohol Interaction Protocol
How diet impacts this medicine's absorption and efficacy
Avoid dairy products, antacids, and iron supplements within 2 hours of levofloxacin; azithromycin may be taken with or without food.
Avoid alcohol; may increase risk of hepatotoxicity and CNS effects.
What is this Medicine Used For?
Primary clinical indications and therapeutic purpose
Community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial sinusitis, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections.
Known Side Effects & Cautions
Common symptoms to monitor while taking this drug
["Nausea","Diarrhea","Headache","Dizziness","Abdominal pain","Vomiting"]
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