Levostat 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet Information

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Levostat 500 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levostat 500 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Levostat 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet 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 Levostat 500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Levostat 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levostat 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Levostat Benefits & Uses
Levostat Dosage & How to Take
Levostat Side Effects
Levostat Related Warnings
Levostat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Levostat
Levostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet 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
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet 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

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levostat. It is best to stop taking Levostat immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Levostat may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levostat should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Levostat has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Levostat on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levostat 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Levostat is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levostat 500 Mg Tablet 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 Levostat 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Levostat 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Levostat 500 Mg Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Levostat 500 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levostat 500 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Levostat 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Levostat 500 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levostat 500 Mg Tablet

Levostat 500 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levostat 500 Mg Tablet

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levostat 500 Mg Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levostat 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levostat without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Levostat is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levostat without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levostat treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Levostat 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Levostat work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Levostat 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levostat for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Levostat for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levostat with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Levostat along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.