Lek 250 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lek Information

Lek is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Lek has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Lek depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lek can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lek go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Lek's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Lek's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lek related warnings section.

Lek is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lek contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Lek have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Lek is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Lek Benefits & Uses
Lek Dosage & How to Take
Lek Side Effects
Lek Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lek with Other Drugs
Lek Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lek
Lek Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lek Benefits & Uses

Lek is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Lek Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lek Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lek is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
पेट दर्द
Confusion
Headache

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Urticaria
Rash

Lek Related Warnings

Is the use of Lek safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lek. It is best to stop taking Lek immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Lek safe during breastfeeding?

Lek should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Lek on the Kidneys?

Lek has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lek on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lek on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lek on the Heart?

Lek is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lek with Other Drugs

Lek should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Lek Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lek unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lek

Is this Lek habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lek has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lek, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lek can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lek is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lek cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lek Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lek

Some foods when eaten with Lek can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lek

Taking Lek and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lek

Question about 6 years ago

What is Lek?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Lek is a brand name of levofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lek with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lek can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lek treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Lek is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lek for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Lek for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lek cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Lek can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.