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Levocad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Levocad also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Levocad 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levocad can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levocad 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.
In addition, Levocad's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Levocad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levocad related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levocad since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levocad are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Levocad with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Levocad, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levocad 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Levocad safe for pregnant women?
Levocad may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levocad again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levocad safe during breastfeeding?
Levocad should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levocad on the Kidneys?
Levocad rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levocad on the Liver?
Using Levocad does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levocad on the Heart?
Using Levocad does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levocad 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 Levocad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocad habit forming or addictive?
Levocad does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levocad you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Levocad is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levocad cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levocad
Levocad may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocad
Taking Levocad and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Levocad is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levocad without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, you can take Levocad for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levocad for the above- mentioned infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levocad 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.
Take Levocad 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.
Levocad 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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