Levofloxacin hydrate, also known as Levofloxacin hemihydrate, is an orally active antibiotic effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It functions by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. This compound is utilized in research for chronic periodontitis, airway inflammation, and BK Viremia, and has demonstrated anti-orthopoxvirus activity.
- Orally active antibiotic.
- Active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
- Inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.
- Applicable for research in chronic periodontitis, airway inflammation, and BK Viremia.
- Shows anti-orthopoxvirus activity.