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Levoman is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levoman have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Levoman depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levoman as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levoman are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Levoman's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Levoman has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levoman related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levoman since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Levoman have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Levoman have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Levoman, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levoman 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 Levoman safe for pregnant women?
Levoman can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levoman right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levoman safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levoman. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levoman on the Kidneys?
Levoman rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoman on the Liver?
Using Levoman does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levoman on the Heart?
Using Levoman does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levoman 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 Levoman unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoman habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levoman is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levoman, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levoman can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levoman is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoman is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoman
Taking Levoman with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoman
Drinking alcohol while taking Levoman may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Levoman is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levoman 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 Levoman 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.
Yes, Levoman is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Levoman if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
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