Levaquin (Levofloxacin Tablets) and Potassium Bicarbonate and Potassium Citrate
Determining the interaction of Levaquin (Levofloxacin Tablets) and Potassium Bicarbonate and Potassium Citrate and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Talk to your doctor before using potassium citrate together with levoFLOXacin. Potassium citrate can change the acidity of your urine, which may cause levoFLOXacin to crystallize and form stones. This may also occur if you are dehydrated, so you should drink plenty of fluids during treatment with levoFLOXacin. Let your doctor know if you experience flank pain, painful urination, or blood in the urine. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:GENERALLY AVOID: Urinary alkalinizers such as citrates may decrease the solubility of fluoroquinolones in the urine and increase the risk of crystalluria.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use should generally be avoided. Patients receiving this combination should be monitored for signs of renal toxicity and crystalluria.
- "Product Information. Cipro (ciprofloxacin)." Bayer, West Haven, CT.
- "Multum Information Services, Inc. Expert Review Panel"
Generic Name: levofloxacin
Brand name: Levaquin
Synonyms: Levaquin
Generic Name: potassium bicarbonate / potassium citrate
Brand name: Effervescent Potassium, K-Effervescent, K-vescent, K-vescent, K+Care ET, Klor-Con/EF, Effer-K, K-Prime
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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