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Livota is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Livota also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Livota depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Livota side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Livota are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livota is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Livota's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Livota 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 Livota contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Livota with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Livota is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Livota 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Livota is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Livota safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Livota. It is best to stop taking Livota immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Livota safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Livota. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Livota on the Kidneys?
Livota rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livota on the Liver?
Livota does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Livota on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Livota for the heart.
Livota 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 Livota unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livota habit forming or addictive?
Livota does not cause addiction.
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 Livota can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Livota only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Livota for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Livota
Livota may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livota
Drinking alcohol while taking Livota may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Livota is a prescription drug, hence do not take Livota without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Take Livota 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.
No, you can not take Livota with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Livota should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, you can take Livota for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Livota for the above- mentioned infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience