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Levowok 500 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levowok 500 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Levowok 500 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levowok 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levowok 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Levowok 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levowok 500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levowok 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 Levowok 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levowok rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Using Levowok does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Levowok is not harmful for the heart.
Levowok 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 Levowok 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levowok 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levowok 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levowok 500 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levowok 500 Mg Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Levowok 500 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levowok 500 Mg Tablet
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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