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Levodil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levodil have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Levodil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levodil have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Levodil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Levodil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Levodil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levodil related warnings section.
Levodil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levodil in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Levodil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Levodil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Levodil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levodil 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 Levodil safe for pregnant women?
Levodil can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levodil right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levodil safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levodil. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levodil on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levodil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levodil on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levodil on the liver.
What is the effect of Levodil on the Heart?
Levodil is completely safe for the heart.
Levodil 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 Levodil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levodil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levodil is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Levodil as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Levodil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levodil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levodil
When consumed with certain foods, Levodil may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levodil
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levodil are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Avoid taking Levodil along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, you can take Levodil for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, Levodil can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levodil 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.
Take Levodil as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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