Levoxa Tablet

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Levoxa Tablet

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Levoxa Information

Levoxa is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Levoxa has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levoxa. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Levoxa side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levoxa 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 Levoxa is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Levoxa'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 Levoxa since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Levoxa have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Levoxa may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Levoxa, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Levoxa Benefits & Uses

Levoxa is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Levoxa 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

Levoxa Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Levoxa safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Levoxa safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levoxa. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Levoxa on the Kidneys?


    Levoxa rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Levoxa on the Liver?


    Levoxa is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Levoxa on the Heart?


    Levoxa is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Levoxa with Other Drugs

Levoxa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Levoxa Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levoxa unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Levoxa

  • Is this Levoxa habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Levoxa has not been reported.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Levoxa as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Levoxa should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Levoxa cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Levoxa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Levoxa


    Levoxa 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 Levoxa


    Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levoxa are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Levoxa

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levoxa with ibuprofen?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Levoxa with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levoxa cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Levoxa can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Levoxa with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levoxa 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levoxa cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levoxa with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Levoxa 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

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