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

Leoar Information

Leoar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Leoar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leoar. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Leoar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Leoar 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.

Leoar's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Leoar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Leoar 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. Other contraindications of Leoar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Leoar may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Leoar Benefits & Uses

Leoar 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
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Leoar 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

Leoar Related Warnings

Is the use of Leoar safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Leoar. It is best to stop taking Leoar immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Leoar safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Leoar. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Leoar on the Kidneys?

Leoar rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Leoar on the Liver?

Using Leoar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Leoar on the Heart?

Leoar is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Leoar with Other Drugs

Leoar 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

Leoar Contraindications

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

Is this Leoar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Leoar.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Leoar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Leoar can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Leoar should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Leoar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Leoar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leoar

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Leoar

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Leoar

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Leoar with azithromycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

It is recommended to avoid taking Leoar 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Leoar work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Leoar 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Leoar with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Leoar if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Leoar for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Leoar 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.