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Levowok is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levowok have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Levowok depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levowok side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Levowok normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Levowok's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Levowok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levowok can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levowok in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Levowok have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Levowok may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levowok is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levowok 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 Levowok safe for pregnant women?
Levowok may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levowok, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levowok safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levowok may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levowok should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levowok on the Kidneys?
Levowok rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levowok on the Liver?
Using Levowok does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levowok on the Heart?
Levowok is not harmful for the heart.
Levowok 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 Levowok unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levowok habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levowok 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 Levowok as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levowok only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levowok in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levowok
When consumed with certain foods, Levowok may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levowok
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.
Levowok 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 you can take this Levowok 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.
Yes, Levowok can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes Levowok 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.
Yes, Levowok 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
