LEVAQUIN (levofloxacin) This is one of the best antibiotics that I have seen since Zithromax and Biaxin. It seems to be very effective with a once-a-day dosing which is very convenient for patients. 

It has been approved for treatment of community-acquired pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, urinary tract infection, and recently for skin infections.

I have not seen side-effects from this antibiotic except for occasional nausea and the effectiveness of this drug is remarkable. 

Overall, I believe this antibiotic should do as well as Zithromax and Biaxin. I seem to use it even more than Augmentin and it seems to be just as effective. 

This drug has not been studied in those under the age of 18, in pregnant and nursing women. This drug should be used with caution in older patients or those with kidney problems as it clears thru kidneys. This drug should not be taken by those who are allergic to quinolone antibiotics such as Cipro. Patients with Seizure history should use diuscuss use of this drug with their doctors. As with any antibiotic, Levaquin should be prescribed properly as to avoid both side-effects and emergence of bacterial resistance. Also, as with other antibiotics, there is a long  list of possible side-effects both before and after marketing this drug. You can find these infrormation here at  levaquin.com

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