Leon 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Leon Information

Leon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Leon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Leon 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Leon side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Leon 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 Leon is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Leon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Leon related warnings section.

Leon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Leon in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Leon contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

You should also be aware that Leon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Leon Benefits & Uses

Leon 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

Leon 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

Leon Related Warnings

Is the use of Leon safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Leon safe during breastfeeding?

Leon may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Leon on the Kidneys?

Leon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Leon on the Liver?

Leon is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Leon on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Leon with Other Drugs

Leon 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

Leon Contraindications

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

Is this Leon habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Leon is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Leon as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Leon is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Leon for mental disorders.

No

Leon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leon

Leon may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Leon

Drinking alcohol while taking Leon may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Leon

Question over 5 years ago

Is Leon a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Leon 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Leon without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Leon is a prescription drug, hence do not take Leon without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Leon cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Leon 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Leon?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Leon 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 Leon for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Leon 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.