Levogem 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levogem 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Levogem 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levogem 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levogem 500 Tablet 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.
In addition, Levogem 500 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levogem 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Levogem 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levogem 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Levogem 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Levogem 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levogem 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levogem 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levogem 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levogem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levogem 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levogem on the liver.
What is the effect of Levogem 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Levogem is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levogem 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levogem 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levogem 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levogem 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levogem 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levogem 500 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Levogem 500 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levogem 500 Tablet
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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