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Levocon Information

Levocon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levocon have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levocon. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levocon as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levocon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levocon is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levocon related warnings talks about Levocon'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 Levocon since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levocon contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Levocon have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Levocon Benefits & Uses

Levocon 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

Levocon 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levocon Related Warnings

Is the use of Levocon safe for pregnant women?

Levocon can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levocon right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Levocon safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levocon. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Levocon on the Kidneys?

Levocon rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levocon on the Liver?

Using Levocon does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levocon on the Heart?

Levocon is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levocon with Other Drugs

Levocon 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

Levocon Contraindications

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

Is this Levocon habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levocon has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levocon. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levocon should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Levocon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Levocon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levocon

When consumed with certain foods, Levocon may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocon

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levocon are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levocon

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Levocon work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Levocon 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levocon with ibuprofen?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Levocon 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Levocon?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Levocon is a brand name of levofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levocon with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levocon can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levocon 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 Levocon 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.