Cravit

Cravit Overdosage

levofloxacin

Manufacturer:

Daiichi-Sankyo

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Full Prescribing Info
Overdosage
According to toxicity studies in animals, the most important signs to be expected following acute overdosage of Cravit 500 or 750 mg are central nervous system symptoms eg, confusion, dizziness, impairment of consciousness and convulsive seizures, as well as gastrointestinal reactions eg, nausea and mucosal erosions.
In the event of an acute overdosage, the stomach should be emptied. Antacid may be used for protection of gastric mucosa. No specific antidote exists. The patient should be observed and appropriate hydration maintained. Levofloxacin is not efficiently removed by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
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