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Levolarge is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levolarge has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levolarge. 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.
Some other side effects of Levolarge have been listed ahead. These side effects of Levolarge are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levolarge is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Levolarge's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levolarge is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levolarge contraindications section.
Additionally, Levolarge may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levolarge is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levolarge 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 Levolarge safe for pregnant women?
Levolarge can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levolarge, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levolarge safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levolarge. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levolarge on the Kidneys?
Levolarge rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levolarge on the Liver?
Levolarge is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levolarge on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levolarge for the heart.
Levolarge 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 Levolarge unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levolarge habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levolarge 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 Levolarge can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levolarge only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levolarge cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levolarge
When consumed with certain foods, Levolarge may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levolarge
Taking Levolarge and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Levolarge 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, you can take Levolarge 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.
Levolarge is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levolarge without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levolarge 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.
Yes you can take this Levolarge 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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