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US brand names:Levaquin
Levofloxacin is dosed at 5–10 mg/kg PO q24h in dogs, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
L-isomer of ofloxacin. Inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Enhanced gram-positive activity compared to ciprofloxacin.
Avoid in young growing animals. CNS effects possible. May prolong QT interval. Limited veterinary pharmacokinetic data.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 5–10 mg/kg | q24h | Weak | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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