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Levoson is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levoson have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Levoson depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levoson have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Levoson go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Levoson's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Levoson has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levoson related warnings section.
Levoson can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levoson in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levoson contraindications section.
Additionally, Levoson may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levoson is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levoson 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 Levoson safe for pregnant women?
Levoson can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levoson right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levoson safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levoson. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levoson on the Kidneys?
Levoson has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoson on the Liver?
Levoson does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levoson on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levoson for the heart.
Levoson 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 Levoson unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoson habit forming or addictive?
Levoson does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levoson. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levoson is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoson cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levoson
Some foods when eaten with Levoson can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoson
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Discontinuing Levoson 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.
Levoson is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levoson without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, you can take Levoson for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levoson for the above- mentioned infection.
Levoson should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Take Levoson 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
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