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Levocef is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Levocef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Levocef 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
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Is the use of Levocef safe for pregnant women?
Levocef can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levocef right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levocef safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levocef. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levocef on the Kidneys?
Levocef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levocef on the Liver?
Using Levocef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levocef on the Heart?
Using Levocef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levocef 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 Levocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocef habit forming or addictive?
Levocef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levocef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levocef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levocef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levocef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levocef
Taking Levocef with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocef
Drinking alcohol while taking Levocef may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Levocef should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, Levocef can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Levocef is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take Levocef for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levocef for the above- mentioned infection.
Levocef is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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