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Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

This antibiotic is used to treat various bacterial infections, including pneumonia, skin infections, chronic prostate infections, anthrax, plague, and urinary tract infections.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Tablets are administered to adults and pediatric patients weighing 30 kg or more, with alternative formulations needed for children under 30 kg.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

This medication carries a warning for disabling and potentially irreversible serious side effects, including tendon rupture, nerve damage, and central nervous system effects.

Common side effects

The most common side effects include nausea, headache, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, constipation, and dizziness.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Levofloxacin 0.5% DropsLevofloxacin 250mg TabletLevofloxacin 250mg/10mL SolutionLevofloxacin 500mg TabletLevofloxacin 750mg Tablet

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.