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Lek 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Lek 500 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lek 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lek 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Lek 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lek 500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lek 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lek 500 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lek 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Lek 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lek 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lek 500 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 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lek 500 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 500 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 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lek has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lek 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lek on the liver.
What is the effect of Lek 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Lek is completely safe for the heart.
Lek 500 Mg Tablet 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 Lek 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lek 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lek 500 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lek 500 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lek 500 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lek 500 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lek 500 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lek 500 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Lek 500 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lek 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Lek 500 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.
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.
Discontinuing Lek on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Take Lek as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Avoid taking Lek 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.
Lek 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.
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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
