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Levogan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levogan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levogan. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levogan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levogan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Levogan has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Levogan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levogan related warnings section.
Levogan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levogan in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Levogan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Levogan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levogan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levogan 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 Levogan safe for pregnant women?
Levogan can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levogan right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levogan safe during breastfeeding?
Levogan should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levogan on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levogan on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levogan on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levogan on the liver.
What is the effect of Levogan on the Heart?
You can take Levogan without any fear of damage to the heart.
Levogan 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 Levogan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levogan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levogan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levogan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levogan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levogan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levogan
Taking Levogan with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levogan
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levogan at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levogan 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.
No, you can not take Levogan with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Yes you can take this Levogan for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.
Levogan 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.
Yes, Levogan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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