Levequin

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Levaquin^® (levofloxacin) is a prescription medication licensed for the treatment of certain bacterial infections. It can also be taken after exposure to inhaled anthrax to help prevent infection. The antibiotic works by interfering with topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase, enzymes that are important for bacteria to multiply. While most people tolerate Levaquin well, potential side effects include diarrhea, headache, and insomnia. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking this drug if you have cerebral arteriosclerosis, epilepsy, or kidney disease.

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