LEVOFLOXACIN

Brand Name & Strength

Glevo I.V 500 mg/100 ml

Reconstitution

Not required

Further Dilution

Not required [1,2,3]

Diluent

Not required

Administration & Infusion rate

IV infusion

Administer slowly over a period of not less than 60 or 90 min, depending on the dosage [1,2,3]

250 – 500 mg: administer over 60 min

750 mg: administer over 90 min

Storage & Stability

RT

(<25 oC)

Fridge

(2 – 8 oC)

After Reconstitution

- -

After dilution

- -

Remarks

Not for IM, intrathecal, intraperitoneal or SC administration

Avoid rapid or bolus IV administration as this may cause severe hypotension [1,2,3]

Maintain adequate hydration of patient to prevent crystalluria.