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Levoden is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levoden have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Levoden is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levoden as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levoden are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levoden is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Levoden has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levoden related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levoden since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levoden contraindications section.
Additionally, Levoden may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Levoden is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levoden 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 Levoden safe for pregnant women?
Levoden may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levoden, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levoden safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levoden may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levoden should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levoden on the Kidneys?
Levoden rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoden on the Liver?
Using Levoden does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levoden on the Heart?
Levoden is not harmful for the heart.
Levoden 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 Levoden unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoden habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levoden.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levoden can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levoden only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levoden for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoden
Some foods when eaten with Levoden can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoden
Taking Levoden and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Take Levoden as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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.
Levoden 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 Levoden is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Yes, Levoden 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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