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Elone (Waves) Information

Elone (Waves) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Elone (Waves) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Elone (Waves) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elone (Waves) as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Elone (Waves) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Elone (Waves)'s effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Elone (Waves) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Elone (Waves) related warnings section.

Elone (Waves) 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. The section on Elone (Waves) contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Elone (Waves) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Elone (Waves) Benefits & Uses

Elone (Waves) 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

Elone (Waves) 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

Elone (Waves) Related Warnings

Is the use of Elone (Waves) safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Elone (Waves) safe during breastfeeding?

Elone 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 Elone (Waves) on the Kidneys?

Elone rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Elone (Waves) on the Liver?

Elone is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Elone (Waves) on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Elone for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Elone (Waves) with Other Drugs

Elone (Waves) 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

Elone (Waves) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elone (Waves) 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 Elone (Waves)

Is this Elone (Waves) habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Elone (Waves) is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Elone (Waves) as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Elone (Waves) only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Elone (Waves) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Elone (Waves) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elone (Waves)

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Elone (Waves) to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Elone (Waves)

Drinking alcohol while taking Elone (Waves) may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Elone (Waves)

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Elone?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Is Elone a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Elone 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Elone for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Elone 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 Elone treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Elone 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Elone?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Elone 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.