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Covatil Lz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Covatil Lz 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 Covatil Lz. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Covatil Lz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Covatil Lz 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.
It is also important to note that Covatil Lz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Covatil Lz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Covatil Lz related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Anemia must refrain from the use of Covatil Lz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Covatil Lz contraindications section.
Besides this, Covatil Lz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Covatil Lz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Covatil Lz 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
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Is the use of Covatil Lz safe for pregnant women?
Covatil LZ can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Covatil LZ right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Covatil Lz safe during breastfeeding?
Covatil LZ may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Covatil LZ on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Liver?
Covatil LZ does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Covatil LZ for the heart.
Covatil Lz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Covatil Lz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Covatil Lz habit forming or addictive?
Covatil Lz does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Covatil Lz
Taking Covatil Lz with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Covatil Lz
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Covatil Lz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Covatil LZ is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Covatil LZ is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.
Covatil LZ is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Covatil LZ does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Covatil LZ can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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