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Leozen Information

Leozen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Leozen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leozen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Leozen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Leozen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Leozen 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 Leozen contraindications section.

Additionally, Leozen may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Leozen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Leozen Benefits & Uses

Leozen 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

Leozen 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

Leozen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leozen 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

Leozen Related Warnings

Is the use of Leozen safe for pregnant women?

Leozen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Leozen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Leozen safe during breastfeeding?

Leozen 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 Leozen on the Kidneys?

Leozen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Leozen on the Liver?

Leozen does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Leozen on the Heart?

Leozen is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Leozen with Other Drugs

Leozen 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

Leozen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leozen 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 Leozen

Is this Leozen habit forming or addictive?

Leozen is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Leozen can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Leozen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Leozen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Leozen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leozen

Taking Leozen with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Leozen

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Leozen

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Leozen?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Take Leozen as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Leozen with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Leozen if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Leozen a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Leozen is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Leozen work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Leozen is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Leozen cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.