Levofloxacin Coupons & Prices

Looking for a levofloxacin coupon? Levofloxacin is the generic form of Levaquin (a brand now discontinued in the U.S.), so it is already one of the lower-cost fluoroquinolone antibiotics available. Even so, the cash price can vary widely from one pharmacy to the next, which is why comparing matters. Rx.com checks live prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies so you can find today's best price on your prescription. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you.

What is levofloxacin and how does it work?

Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is used to treat a range of bacterial infections in adults, and works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. It is FDA-approved for community-acquired and hospital-acquired (nosocomial) pneumonia, acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial worsening of chronic bronchitis, complicated and uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections, chronic bacterial prostatitis, urinary tract infections and acute pyelonephritis, and for the post-exposure treatment of inhalational anthrax and the prevention and treatment of plague.

Because levofloxacin carries a risk of serious side effects, the FDA advises against using it for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, acute bacterial sinusitis, or worsening chronic bronchitis when other treatment options are available. It is an antibiotic, so it treats only bacterial infections and will not help with colds, the flu, or other viral illnesses. This information is educational and is not medical advice; your provider decides whether levofloxacin is right for your infection.

How much does levofloxacin cost without insurance?

Levofloxacin is available as a generic, which generally keeps its cash price lower than brand-name antibiotics. But "generic" does not mean the price is the same everywhere. The cost of the exact same prescription can differ substantially between pharmacies in the same town, so it pays to compare before you fill. If you are paying without insurance, a pharmacy discount price may be lower than your plan's copay, and you never combine a discount coupon with insurance on the same fill.

Rx.com compares live cash prices across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies and shows you a coupon you can use at the counter. Prices change often and are shown live on this page, so enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you rather than relying on an old quote.

Levofloxacin alternatives and related antibiotics

Levofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone class. A closely related fluoroquinolone your prescriber might consider is ciprofloxacin or moxifloxacin. Depending on the infection, a provider may instead choose an antibiotic from a different class, such as amoxicillin, azithromycin, or doxycycline. Which antibiotic is appropriate depends on the type of infection, your medical history, and local resistance patterns, so this is a decision for you and your prescriber.

If you have been prescribed one of these instead, you can compare its price the same way. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and find the lowest available option near you.

Levofloxacin safety and side effects

Levofloxacin carries an FDA boxed warning because fluoroquinolones are linked to serious side effects that can be disabling and potentially permanent, and that can occur together. These include tendinitis and tendon rupture (most often the Achilles tendon, with higher risk in people over 60, those taking corticosteroids, and organ-transplant recipients), peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage that may be permanent), and central nervous system effects such as seizures, tremors, confusion, hallucinations, anxiety, and memory problems. Because of these risks, it should be avoided for uncomplicated infections when other options exist.

Other warnings include worsening of muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (it should be avoided in these patients), an increased risk of aortic aneurysm or dissection especially in older adults, QT prolongation (a heart-rhythm change), low blood sugar that can be severe as well as other blood-sugar changes, C. difficile-associated diarrhea, sensitivity to sunlight, and serious allergic reactions. This is not a complete list. Tell your provider about all your conditions and medicines, and seek care right away if you notice tendon pain or swelling, numbness or tingling, or mood or nerve changes. This information is educational and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.