Livodil 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Livodil Information

Livodil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Livodil have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Livodil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Livodil have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Livodil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Livodil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Livodil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Livodil related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Livodil since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Livodil contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Livodil may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Livodil is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Livodil Benefits & Uses
Livodil Dosage & How to Take
Livodil Side Effects
Livodil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Livodil with Other Drugs
Livodil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Livodil
Livodil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Livodil Benefits & Uses

Livodil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Livodil 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

Livodil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Livodil is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
पेट दर्द
Confusion
Headache

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Urticaria
Rash

Livodil Related Warnings

Is the use of Livodil safe for pregnant women?

Livodil can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Livodil, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Livodil safe during breastfeeding?

Livodil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Livodil on the Kidneys?

Livodil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Livodil on the Liver?

Livodil is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Livodil on the Heart?

Livodil is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Livodil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Livodil Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Livodil

Is this Livodil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Livodil.

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

After taking Livodil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Livodil can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Livodil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Livodil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Livodil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Livodil

Some foods when eaten with Livodil can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Livodil

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Livodil at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Livodil

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Livodil with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Livodil 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Livodil a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Livodil is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Livodil cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Livodil 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Livodil with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Livodil along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Livodil for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Livodil 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.