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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levoman is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
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.
Yes, you can take Levoman 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.
Discontinuing Levoman on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Levoman is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levoman without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, you can not take Levoman with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Yes, you can take Levoman for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levoman for the above- mentioned infection.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
