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Levopen 500 Mg Infusion is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levopen 500 Mg Infusion has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Levopen 500 Mg Infusion's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Levopen 500 Mg Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levopen 500 Mg Infusion related warnings section.
Levopen 500 Mg Infusion 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. The section on Levopen 500 Mg Infusion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Levopen 500 Mg Infusion may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Levopen 500 Mg Infusion, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levopen 500 Mg Infusion 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 Levopen 500 Mg Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Levopen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levopen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levopen may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levopen should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion on the Kidneys?
Levopen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion on the Liver?
Using Levopen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levopen for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levopen 500 Mg Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levopen 500 Mg Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Levopen 500 Mg Infusion does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levopen 500 Mg Infusion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levopen 500 Mg Infusion only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levopen 500 Mg Infusion in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levopen 500 Mg Infusion
Taking Levopen 500 Mg Infusion with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levopen 500 Mg Infusion
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levopen 500 Mg Infusion are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Take Levopen as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Levopen 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, Levopen can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Levopen 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, you can take Levopen for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levopen for the above- mentioned infection.
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