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Levosal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levosal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levosal. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levosal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levosal 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.
It is also important to note that Levosal has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levosal related warnings talks about Levosal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levosal since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Levosal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Levosal have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levosal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levosal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Levosal safe for pregnant women?
Levosal can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levosal right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levosal safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levosal. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levosal on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levosal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levosal on the Liver?
Using Levosal does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levosal on the Heart?
Levosal is not harmful for the heart.
Levosal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levosal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levosal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levosal is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levosal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Levosal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levosal is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levosal
Taking Levosal with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levosal
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.
Yes you can take this Levosal 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.
Yes, Levosal is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Avoid taking Levosal along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
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.
Take Levosal as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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