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Levoson Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Levoson Dosage & How to Take
Levoson Side Effects
Levoson Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Levoson with Other Drugs
Levoson Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Levoson
Levoson Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Levoson Benefits & Uses

Levoson is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Levoson Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levoson Related Warnings

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.

Moderate
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Levoson on the Kidneys?

Levoson has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levoson on the Liver?

Levoson does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levoson on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Levoson for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levoson with Other Drugs

Levoson should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Levoson Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levoson unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Levoson

Is this Levoson habit forming or addictive?

Levoson does not cause addiction.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Levoson is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Levoson cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Levoson Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levoson

Some foods when eaten with Levoson can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
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.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levoson

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Levoson on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levoson without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levoson for pseudomonas infection?

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Levoson?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levoson with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

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.