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Indlevo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Indlevo have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Indlevo. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Indlevo can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Indlevo 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Indlevo is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Indlevo'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 Indlevo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Indlevo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Indlevo with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Indlevo is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Indlevo 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 Indlevo safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Indlevo. It is best to stop taking Indlevo immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Indlevo safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Indlevo. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Indlevo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Indlevo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Indlevo on the Liver?
Indlevo is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Indlevo on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Indlevo for the heart.
Indlevo 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 Indlevo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Indlevo habit forming or addictive?
Indlevo is not addictive in nature.
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 Indlevo can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Indlevo only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Indlevo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Indlevo
When consumed with certain foods, Indlevo may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Indlevo
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Indlevo are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Take Indlevo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
It is recommended to avoid taking Indlevo with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Indlevo 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.
Avoid taking Indlevo along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Indlevo is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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