Common Questions about Levofloxacin

Can I stop taking levofloxacin after 5 days?

You should continue taking levofloxacin for as long as prescribed by your healthcare professional. The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and can range from 3 days to 28 days. Stopping levofloxacin too soon may cause your infection to come back and be harder to treat.

Is levofloxacin in the penicillin family?

No, levofloxacin is not in the penicillin family. It is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and is safe to take if you have a penicillin allergy.

What bacteria are treated with levofloxacin?

Levofloxacin is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Moraxella catarrhalis, Haemophilus influenzae, Mycoplasma species, Legionella species, Chlamydia pneumoniae, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Is levofloxacin a strong antibiotic?

Levofloxacin is a strong antibiotic that can effectively treat a bacterial infection caused by susceptible bacteria.

Can levofloxacin be used during pregnancy?

Levofloxacin and other fluoroquinolones are usually not prescribed during pregnancy due to a potential risk of adverse effects on the unborn baby.

What is the price of levofloxacin without insurance?

Without insurance, levofloxacin can be as high as $159.59, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $11.04 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of levofloxacin with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on levofloxacin—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

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