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Levox Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levox Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levox Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levox Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Levox 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, Levox Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levox Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levox 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. Other contraindications of Levox Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Levox Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levox Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levox 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 Levox Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levox Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levox Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levox Tablet on the Liver?
Levox is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Levox Tablet on the Heart?
Levox is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levox Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levox Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levox Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levox Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levox Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levox Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levox Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Levox Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levox Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Levox Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, you can take Levox for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes you can take this Levox 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.
Take Levox 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.
Levox 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.
Discontinuing Levox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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