Levofloxacin (Levaquin) Nursing Considerations

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Levaquin

Indication

urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, skin and bone infections

Action

inhibits DNA synthesis in bacteria

Therapeutic Class

Anti-infective

Pharmacologic Class

fluoroquinolone

Nursing Considerations

• contraindicated in allergies • may cause QT prolongation, avoid use with other drugs that can cause QT prolongation • can cause seizures, arrhythmias, pseudomembranous colitis, anaphylaxis, Stevens Johnson syndrome

• increases the risk for tendinitis or tendon rupture

• may decrease plasma concentration of phenytoin • monitor renal panel • assess for infection, obtain cultures prior to therapy • monitor liver function tests