I have been typing the name of this antibiotic just as they are pronouncing it. I have not found it in the drug books, but mine is not a new drug book either. Does anyone know if this is the correct spelling or not?

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SgrmtnHoneybee

What is the context? For what condition is it being used?

It is always used in the context of an IV or oral antibiotic, usually for pneumonia or upper respiratory infection, but I have heard it used in treatment of sepsis also. I type for Anaheim General Hospital and also for Memorial Hospital of Gardena, and I have heard doctors use it in both hospitals. I have looked and looked, however, and cannot find this medication anywhere. They are clearly saying Levoquin.. I wondered if maybe they were meaning Levoxine, but they are pronouncing it with that very distinct Q sound in it.

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SgrmtnHoneybee

Brand Name: LEVAQUIN
Generic Name: LEVOFLOXACIN
Category: QUINOLONE ANTIBIOTICS

Found this on the drug search located on the home page of Medword.com.

Thanks, Maggie... I tried that search, but I guess I was so stuck with the way I have been spelling it, that it didn't come up with anything.. Thanks again.