LEVAQUIN vs LEVOFLOXACIN
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
$0.14 /mL
$0.14 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
LEVOFLOXACIN
LEVOFLOXACIN
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet, Injectable
Solution, Injectable, Drops, Tablet
Drug class
—
—
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 6 to 8 hours
about 6 to 8 hours
Treats
Bronchitis, Chlamydia Infections, Escherichia Coli Infections
Bronchitis, Chlamydia Infections, Escherichia Coli Infections
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Levaquin or Levofloxacin?
Levaquin and Levofloxacin are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Levaquin or Levofloxacin?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.14 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Levaquin and Levofloxacin?
Both Levaquin and Levofloxacin share the active ingredient Levofloxacin.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.