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Leon Infusion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Leon Infusion have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leon Infusion. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Leon Infusion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Leon Infusion 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 Leon Infusion is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Leon Infusion related warnings talks about Leon Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Leon Infusion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Leon Infusion are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Leon Infusion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Leon Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Leon Infusion 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 Leon Infusion 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.
Is the use of Leon Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Leon may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Leon Infusion on the Kidneys?
Leon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Leon Infusion on the Liver?
Leon is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Leon Infusion on the Heart?
You can take Leon without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leon Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leon Infusion habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Leon Infusion is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Leon Infusion as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Leon Infusion is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Leon Infusion for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leon Infusion
Leon Infusion may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leon Infusion
Drinking alcohol while taking Leon Infusion may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
