Description

Levomycetin Powder for Solution for Injections 0.5 g Vial

Levomycetin is indicated for the treatment of various bacterial infections, including typhoid fever, meningitis, and rickettsial infections.

Do not use Levomycetin if allergic to chloramphenicol or if you have a history of bone marrow suppression.

Levomycetin is administered by intravenous or intramuscular injection. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.

Studies have shown the efficacy of Levomycetin in treating serious bacterial infections. Research published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy demonstrated the effectiveness of chloramphenicol in treating typhoid fever.
Another study in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases highlighted the role of Levomycetin in the management of meningitis, showing promising results in reducing mortality rates.

Levomycetin works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, making it effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is considered a broad-spectrum antibiotic with potent bacteriostatic activity.
Clinical trials have shown Levomycetin to be comparable in effectiveness to other antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin and ampicillin in the treatment of certain infections, making it a valuable option in the antibiotic armamentarium.