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Levovista 500 mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levovista 500 mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Levovista 500 mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levovista 500 mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Levovista 500 mg Tablet 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.
In addition, Levovista 500 mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levovista 500 mg Tablet related warnings talks about Levovista 500 mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levovista 500 mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levovista 500 mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Levovista 500 mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levovista 500 mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levovista 500 mg Tablet 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 Levovista 500 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levovista may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levovista again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levovista 500 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levovista. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levovista 500 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levovista has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levovista 500 mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levovista on the liver.
What is the effect of Levovista 500 mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levovista for the heart.
Levovista 500 mg Tablet 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 Levovista 500 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levovista 500 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levovista 500 mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levovista 500 mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levovista 500 mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levovista 500 mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levovista 500 mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levovista 500 mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levovista 500 mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Levovista 500 mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Levovista 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Levovista 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 Levovista 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.
Take Levovista 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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