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Levofloxacin

Antibiotics

Description

Levofloxacin belongs to the class of medicines known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Mechanism of action

All Fluoroquinolones and Quinolones act by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme which is required for DNA replication and thus cause bacterial lysis.

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Mechanism of action

All Fluoroquinolones and Quinolones act by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme which is required for DNA replication and thus cause bacterial lysis.

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