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Levigress Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levigress Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Levigress Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Levigress Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levigress Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levigress Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Levigress Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levigress Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Levigress Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Levigress Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levigress Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levigress Injection is used to treat the following -
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Levigress Injection safe for pregnant women?
Levigress may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levigress again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levigress Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Levigress on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Levigress Injection on the Kidneys?
Levigress rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levigress Injection on the Liver?
Levigress is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levigress Injection on the Heart?
Levigress is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levigress Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levigress Injection habit forming or addictive?
Levigress Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levigress Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levigress Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Levigress Injection can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levigress Injection
You can take Levigress Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levigress Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Levigress Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Levigress does not help with nerve (neuropathic) pain. Scientific studies have found that medicine is ineffective for providing relief from neuropathic pain symptoms.
Levigress may be used in combination with other drugs such as haloperidol to treat bipolar disorders. Clinical studies have found that it offers potential benefits in treating bipolar disorders but more data is needed to confirm these results.
Yes, Levigress and gabapentin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Levigress along with gabapentin.
No, Levigress is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Levigress is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as weakness, dizziness, and irritability. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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