Lomefloxacin
Lomefloxacin Hydrochloride Oral tablet
What is this medicine?
LOMEFLOXACIN (loe me FLOX a sin) is a quinolone antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other infections.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
arteriosclerosis
exposure to sunlight (work outdoors)
heart disease or irregular heart rhythm
kidney disease
seizures
an unusual or allergic reaction to lomefloxacin, other quinolone antibiotics, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with food or on an empty stomach. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Take all of your medicine as directed even if you think your are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
cisapride
droperidol
some medicines for irregular heart rhythm
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
antacids with aluminum, magnesium
cimetidine
cyclosporine
didanosine
iron products
probenecid
some multivitamins
sucralfate
warfarin
zinc
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or get worse. Make sure you stay well hydrated while taking this medicine. Drink several glasses of fluids a day.
If you are a diabetic monitor your blood sugar carefully. If your blood sugar reading is unusual, stop taking this medicine and call your doctor for advice.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.
This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun during treatment with this medicine and for several days after therapy. Avoid direct or indirect sunlight, including exposure through glass and exposure through sunscreens and sunblock, as much as is possible. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you get a reaction from the sun. Take your dose in the evening to the risk of a reaction.
Do not treat diarrhea with over-the-counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if the diarrhea is severe and watery.
Avoid taking didanosine, sucralfate and antacids containing magnesium or aluminum within 4 hours before or 2 hours after taking this medicine. Do not take mineral supplements or vitamins with iron or minerals within 2 hours of taking this medicine.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
changes in hearing
changes in vision
high or low blood sugar (ask your doctor or health care professional for a list of these symptoms)
confusion, depression, agitation, anxiety, hallucinations, tremor
fast or irregular heartbeat, feeling faint
fever, chills, infection
joint, muscle, tendon pain or swelling
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
seizures
unusual pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness
vaginal irritation, discharge
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
diarrhea
dry mouth
headache
loss of appetite
nausea, vomiting
stomach pain
trouble sleeping
unusual taste
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Updated:  
March 21, 2017
Sources:  
U.S. FDA-approved Package Insert