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Livorol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Livorol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Livorol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Livorol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Livorol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Livorol's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Livorol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Livorol related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Livorol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Livorol contraindications section.
Besides this, Livorol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Livorol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Livorol 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 Livorol safe for pregnant women?
Livorol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Livorol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Livorol safe during breastfeeding?
Livorol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Livorol on the Kidneys?
Livorol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livorol on the Liver?
Livorol does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Livorol on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Livorol for the heart.
Livorol 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 Livorol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livorol habit forming or addictive?
Livorol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Livorol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Livorol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Livorol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Livorol
Some foods when eaten with Livorol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livorol
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Livorol are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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.
No, you can not take Livorol with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Livorol is a brand name of levofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Take Livorol 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.
Avoid taking Livorol 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
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