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Levober is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levober has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Levober 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 Levober side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levober go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levober is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Levober's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levober related warnings section.
Levober 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levober contraindications section.
Additionally, Levober may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levober is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levober 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 Levober safe for pregnant women?
Levober can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levober right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levober safe during breastfeeding?
Levober may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levober on the Kidneys?
Levober may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levober on the Liver?
Levober does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levober on the Heart?
Levober is completely safe for the heart.
Levober should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levober unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levober habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levober has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levober, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levober can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levober only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levober in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levober
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levober to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levober
Taking Levober and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, you can not take Levober with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levober with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes you can take this Levober 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.
Take Levober 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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