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Lek 250 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Lek 250 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lek 250 Mg Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lek 250 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lek 250 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Lek 250 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lek 250 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lek 250 Mg Tablet 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 Lek 250 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Lek 250 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lek 250 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lek 250 Mg Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lek 250 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lek 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lek. It is best to stop taking Lek immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lek 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Lek 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 Lek 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lek has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lek 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lek on the liver.
What is the effect of Lek 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Lek is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lek 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lek 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lek 250 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lek 250 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lek 250 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lek 250 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lek 250 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lek 250 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Lek 250 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lek 250 Mg Tablet
Taking Lek 250 Mg Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Lek 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, Lek can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes Lek 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.
Yes you can take this Lek 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, Lek can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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