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

Levance Information

Levance is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levance have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Levance depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levance as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levance 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.

It is also important to note that Levance has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levance related warnings talks about Levance'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 Levance since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levance contraindications section.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levance is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Levance Benefits & Uses

Levance 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

Levance 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

Levance Related Warnings

Is the use of Levance safe for pregnant women?

Levance may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levance again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Levance safe during breastfeeding?

Levance should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Levance on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Levance on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Levance on the Liver?

Levance does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levance on the Heart?

Using Levance does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levance with Other Drugs

Levance 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

Levance Contraindications

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

Is this Levance habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levance has not been reported.

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

After taking Levance you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Levance only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Levance for mental disorders.

No

Levance Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levance

Taking Levance with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levance

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levance

Question over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Levance 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Levance 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 Levance 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Levance 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 Levance 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Levance with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levance for pseudomonas infection?

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