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Levogem is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levogem have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Levogem is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Levogem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levogem are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Levogem has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Levogem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levogem related warnings section.
Levogem can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levogem in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Levogem have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Levogem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levogem, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levogem 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levogem is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levogem safe for pregnant women?
Levogem can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levogem right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levogem safe during breastfeeding?
Levogem may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levogem on the Kidneys?
Levogem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levogem on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levogem on the liver.
What is the effect of Levogem on the Heart?
Levogem is not harmful for the heart.
Levogem 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 Levogem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levogem habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levogem is addictive.
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 Levogem can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levogem only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levogem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levogem
When consumed with certain foods, Levogem may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levogem
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Avoid taking Levogem 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.
Take Levogem as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Levogem 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, Levogem 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.
Yes Levogem 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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