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Levoquin Oz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diarrhoea, Dysentery are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levoquin Oz have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Levoquin Oz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The most common side effects of Levoquin Oz are Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. Such side effects of Levoquin Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Levoquin Oz's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Levoquin Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levoquin Oz related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Levoquin Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Levoquin Oz with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levoquin Oz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levoquin Oz 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.
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Is the use of Levoquin Oz safe for pregnant women?
Levoquin OZ shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Levoquin Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Levoquin OZ. If you see any side effects, stop taking Levoquin OZ immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Levoquin OZ again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levoquin Oz on the Kidneys?
Use of Levoquin OZ may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Levoquin Oz on the Liver?
Levoquin OZ may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levoquin Oz on the Heart?
Levoquin OZ may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Levoquin Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levoquin Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoquin Oz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levoquin Oz has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Levoquin Oz as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Levoquin Oz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levoquin Oz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoquin Oz
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Levoquin Oz together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoquin Oz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Levoquin Oz with alcohol.
Yes Levoquin OZ 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levoquin OZ with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Levoquin OZ 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, you can take Levoquin OZ 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.
Yes, you can take Levoquin OZ for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levoquin OZ for the above- mentioned infection.
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