Levact 5 Mg Tablet

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Levact 5 Mg Tablet

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166 people have bought this recently

Levact Information

Levact, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diarrhoea, Dysentery are some of its major therapeutic uses. Levact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levact. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Levact include Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. These side effects of Levact are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Levact's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Levact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levact related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Levact are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Levact have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levact is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Levact Benefits & Uses

Levact is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Levact 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

Levact Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Levact safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Levact. If you are pregnant, do not take Levact without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Levact safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Levact. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Levact on the Kidneys?


    Consumption of Levact can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Levact on the Liver?


    Levact may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Levact on the Heart?


    You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Levact. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Levact with Other Drugs

Levact should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Levact Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levact unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Levact

  • Is this Levact habit forming or addictive?


    Levact is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Levact should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Levact cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Levact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Levact


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Levact, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Levact


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Levact and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Levact

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levact 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 Levact 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

Can I discontinue Levact on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Levact 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.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Levact for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Levact for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levact for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Levact for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levact for the above- mentioned infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Levact a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Levact 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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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839

Package leaflet Information for the user [Internet]: Levofloxacin 250mg and 500mg Tablets. actavis

Highlights of Prescribing Information [Internet]: LEVAQUIN® (levofloxacin) Tablets. Initial U.S. Approval: 1996

Consumer Medicine Information [Internet]: ARROW – ORNIDAZOLE. Teva Pharma (New Zealand) Limited



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