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Leloxil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Leloxil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Leloxil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Leloxil have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Leloxil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Leloxil is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Leloxil related warnings talks about Leloxil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Leloxil since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Leloxil are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Leloxil may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Leloxil is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Leloxil 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 Leloxil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Leloxil. It is best to stop taking Leloxil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Leloxil safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Leloxil. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Leloxil on the Kidneys?
Leloxil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Leloxil on the Liver?
Leloxil is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Leloxil on the Heart?
You can take Leloxil without any fear of damage to the heart.
Leloxil 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 Leloxil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leloxil habit forming or addictive?
Leloxil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Leloxil as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Leloxil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Leloxil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Leloxil
Leloxil may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leloxil
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Leloxil are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes Leloxil 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.
Avoid taking Leloxil 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.
Yes you can take this Leloxil 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Leloxil with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Leloxil 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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