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Flevo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Flevo have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Flevo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Flevo have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Flevo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Flevo has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flevo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Flevo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flevo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Flevo have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flevo is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flevo 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 Flevo safe for pregnant women?
Flevo may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flevo again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flevo safe during breastfeeding?
Flevo 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 Flevo on the Kidneys?
Flevo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flevo on the Liver?
Flevo is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Flevo on the Heart?
You can take Flevo without any fear of damage to the heart.
Flevo 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 Flevo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flevo habit forming or addictive?
Flevo is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flevo. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Flevo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flevo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Flevo
Some foods when eaten with Flevo can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flevo
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Flevo at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Flevo 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.
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.
Yes Flevo 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.
Take Flevo 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.
Flevo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Flevo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
