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Livosta 250 Tablet Information

Livosta 250 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Livosta 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Livosta 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Livosta 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Livosta 250 Tablet 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.

It is also important to note that Livosta 250 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Livosta 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Livosta 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Livosta 250 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Livosta 250 Tablet in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Livosta 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Livosta 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Livosta 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Livosta Benefits & Uses
Livosta Dosage & How to Take
Livosta Side Effects
Livosta Related Warnings
Livosta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Livosta
Livosta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Livosta 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Livosta 250 Tablet 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
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Livosta 250 Tablet 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

Livosta 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Livosta 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Livosta may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Livosta, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Livosta 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Livosta 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Livosta may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Livosta 250 Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Livosta on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Livosta 250 Tablet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Livosta for the heart.

Safe

Livosta 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livosta 250 Tablet 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 Livosta 250 Tablet

Is this Livosta 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Livosta 250 Tablet.

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

After taking Livosta 250 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Livosta 250 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Livosta 250 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Livosta 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Livosta 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Livosta 250 Tablet

Taking Livosta 250 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Livosta 250 Tablet

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Livosta 250 Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Livosta 250 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Livosta cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Livosta 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 Livosta without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Livosta is a prescription drug, hence do not take Livosta without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Livosta for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Livosta for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Livosta for the above- mentioned infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Livosta a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Livosta 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 Livosta 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.