Levofloxacin for prostatitis destroys most pathogens of the disease. In the acute form, it is possible to take both tablets and IVs. For the chronic form, it is recommended to use tablets. The drug is sold by prescription only.
Release form and composition
The drug has three forms of release: tablets, solution for infusion and drops. Sometimes they mention suppositories with levofloxacin, but the product is not produced in this form.
The drug is produced by many pharmaceutical companies, so the appearance, form and quantity in the package may vary.
The active substance is levofloxacin.
Pills
Produced in dosages of 250, 500 and 750 mg of active ingredient per 1 piece.
Sold in blisters of 5, 7, 10 and 14 pieces, packed in a cardboard box.
Solution for infusion
Transparent yellow-green liquid. Available in a concentration of 500 mg per 100 ml.
Additional ingredients: sodium chloride, water for injection and lactic acid.
They go on sale in glass or plastic bottles of 100 ml, packed in a box.
pharmachologic effect
The active substance belongs to antibacterial bactericidal agents from the group of 3rd generation fluoroquinolones. Capable of blocking the bacterial enzyme responsible for cell division and enlargement. As a result, the death of infectious cells occurs. Active against many strains of pathogenic bacteria and microorganisms:
- aerobic gram-positive bacteria (enterococci, listeria, staphylococci, streptococci);
- aerobic gram-negative bacteria (Gardnerella, Enterobacter, Citrobacter, Helicobacter, Klebsiella, Nisseria, Salmonella);
- other microorganisms (chlamydia, mycobacteria, mycoplasma, ureaplasma).
The antibiotic is fast acting. Levofloxacin helps with prostatitis for a short time - after 2-3 days the inflammation begins to decrease.
Indications
The drug has a wide spectrum of action. Prescribed for the treatment of various diseases caused by pathogenic bacteria. It is used in various fields of medicine: urology, venereology, gynecology, gastroenterology, phthisiology and others.
In urology it is prescribed for bacterial prostatitis in acute and chronic forms.
Contraindications
Unlike other antibiotics in this group, the drug has few contraindications:
- intolerance to the components of the drug and antibiotics from the fluoroquinolone group;
- epilepsy;
- inflammation of the tendons when taking medications.
Use with caution when:
- diseases of the nervous system;
- renal failure;
- disorders of the cardiovascular system;
- deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase.
- in old age (malfunctions of the kidneys may occur).
The following side effects may occur when taking this medicine:
- allergic reactions (itching, swelling, redness of the skin);
- interruptions in the functioning of the digestive system (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dysbacteriosis);
- loss of appetite (decrease, increase);
- dizziness, headache, weakness, depression;
- acute renal failure.
Instructions for use
The drug is prescribed after identifying the causative agent of the disease. During treatment, it is necessary to undergo repeated tests to determine the effectiveness and dose adjustment.
The course of treatment with Levofloxacin for prostatitis is 4 weeks. The dosage is determined individually, depending on the patient’s condition and physical characteristics.
Pills
At the initial stage of the disease, it is enough to take 250 mg of the drug per day.
For chronic prostatitis, the dosage of Levofloxacin is 500 mg/day. In the first days, the dose can be divided into 2 doses with an interval of 12 hours. Then switch to a one-time dose.
It is necessary to take the tablets at the same time, without chewing them and drinking plenty of water.
In case of acute prostatitis of bacterial origin, the dose may be increased at the discretion of the doctor.
Solution for infusion
In the acute stage of the disease, intravenous medication may be prescribed at the beginning of treatment. Administration must be done by drop method over an hour. The duration of therapy is most often 3 days, then it is recommended to switch to oral administration of the medication.
Analogs
There are very few cases where Levofloxacin does not help with prostatitis. However, if repeated tests reveal bacterial resistance to the drug, the doctor should prescribe another treatment.
Levofloxacin can be replaced with drugs with similar effects. They may have a different composition or release form:
- Tavanic (active component levofloxacin, release form - tablets, solution).
- Ofloxacin (active ingredient of the same name, tablets and solution are available).
- Amoxiclav (active component amoxicillin + clavulanic acid, tablets and injections for intravenous administration are available).
