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I was prescribed Levofloxacin 500 mg, but I am concerned about the side effects. Can I use Zinnat or Ospamox instead?
I was prescribed Levofloxacin 500 mg, but the drug has many side effects.For example, can I use Zinnat or Ospamox instead of Levofloxacin?
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
2 months ago
Please remember that the doctor takes into account many factors when prescribing the medicine, including the type of infection, its location, severity and the individual patient's situation.
Levofloxacin can indeed cause a number of side effects, but you should not replace the prescribed antibiotic with another one yourself. Levofloxacin is a broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is used to treat various bacterial infections.
Zinnat (cefuroxime) and Ospamox (amoxicillin) belong to different groups of antibiotics and have a different mechanism of action and spectrum of activity. Switching antibiotics without consulting a doctor can be dangerous, as another antibiotic may not be effective against a specific infection, this can lead to the development of bacterial resistance.
If you are concerned about side effects, the best option is to talk to your doctor. If you have doubts about this situation, it is always worth consulting a doctor who can provide more personalized advice. If you are not able to make a face-to-face visit, I attach a link to the online teleconsultation: