Lcr: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lcr Information

Lcr is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Lcr has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Lcr depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Lcr have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lcr normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lcr's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lcr related warnings talks about Lcr's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lcr 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 Lcr contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Lcr with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lcr, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Lcr Benefits & Uses

Lcr 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

Lcr 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

Lcr Related Warnings

Is the use of Lcr safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lcr safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lcr. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Lcr on the Kidneys?

Lcr rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lcr on the Liver?

Lcr is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lcr on the Heart?

You can take Lcr without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lcr with Other Drugs

Lcr 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

Lcr Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lcr 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 Lcr

Is this Lcr habit forming or addictive?

Lcr is not addictive in nature.

No
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 Lcr can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lcr only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Lcr in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lcr Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lcr

Some foods when eaten with Lcr can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lcr

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Lcr at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lcr

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Lcr with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lcr for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Lcr for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Lcr for the above- mentioned infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Lcr?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Lcr 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.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Lcr for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Lcr for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Lcr cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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.