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Levocon Infusion is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levocon Infusion have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Levocon Infusion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levocon Infusion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Levocon Infusion are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levocon Infusion is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levocon Infusion related warnings talks about Levocon Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levocon Infusion is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levocon Infusion are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Levocon Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levocon Infusion, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levocon Infusion 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 Levocon Infusion 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.
Is the use of Levocon Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levocon. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levocon Infusion on the Kidneys?
Levocon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levocon Infusion on the Liver?
Using Levocon does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levocon Infusion on the Heart?
Levocon is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levocon Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocon Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levocon Infusion has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levocon Infusion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Levocon Infusion should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levocon Infusion cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levocon Infusion
When consumed with certain foods, Levocon Infusion may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocon Infusion
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levocon Infusion are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
