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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) 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 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.
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.
What is the effect of Elone (Waves) on the Kidneys?
Elone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elone (Waves) on the Liver?
Elone is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Elone (Waves) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Elone for the heart.
Elone (Waves) 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 Elone (Waves) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elone (Waves) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Elone (Waves) is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Elone (Waves) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elone (Waves) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
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.
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.
Take Elone as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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