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Medicine Details

Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet

Manufacturer: Abbott

Salt Composition: Levofloxacin (500mg) + Ambroxol (75mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Treatment of Respiratory tract infection Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet helps treat respiratory tract infection by killing the bacteria causing infection. It also helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This reduces congestion or stuffiness and helps in easy breathing. This medicine usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to feel better.

Benefits: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Description: Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of respiratory infections. It treats the infection and prevents further infections by acting against the microorganisms. It also dilutes the thick mucus (phlegm) for easy cough out. Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet is a prescription medicine and it is to be taken it as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine. The medicine may take some to show its effects on the symptoms. However, it is advised to consult the doctor if you feel an aggravation of the condition or if your condition does not improve. Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dryness of mouth, etc. To cope up with the side effects, you can take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. Generally, serious side effects are rare. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Patients with liver and kidney ailments must take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.

How to Use: Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levofloxacin and Ambroxol which treat respiratory tract infection associated with excessive mucus (phlegm). Levofloxacin is an antibiotic which kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Addition of ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of levofloxacin.

Safety Advice: If you miss a dose of Lebact Am 500mg/75mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If Missed: strip of 5 tablets

Packaging: Strip

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: CAUTION