Levobact Drug Interactions

Antacids, Sucralfate, Metal Cations, Multivitamins: While the chelation by divalent cations is less marked than other quinolones, concurrent administration of levofloxacin with antacids containing magnesium or aluminum, as well as sucralfate, metal cations eg, iron and multivitamin preparations with zinc, may interfere with the gastrointestinal absorption of levofloxacin resulting in systemic levels considerably lower than desired. These agents should be taken at least 2 hrs before or 2 hrs after levofloxacin administration. Theophylline: Theophylline levels should be closely monitored and appropriate dosage adjustments made when levofloxacin is co-administered. Adverse reactions, including seizures, may occur with or without an elevation in serum theophylline levels.
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs: The concomitant administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a quinolone, including levofloxacin, may increase the risk of CNS stimulation and convulsive seizures.
Antidiabetic Agents: Disturbances of blood glucose, including hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, have been reported in patients treated concomitantly with quinolones and an antidiabetic agent. Therefore, careful monitoring of blood glucose is recommended when these agents are co-administered.