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Livosta 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Livosta 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Livosta 500 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Livosta 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Livosta 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Livosta 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Livosta 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Livosta 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Livosta 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Livosta 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Livosta 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Livosta 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Livosta 500 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Livosta 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Livosta 500 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.
Is the use of Livosta 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Livosta may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Livosta 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Livosta may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livosta 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Livosta on the liver.
What is the effect of Livosta 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Livosta for the heart.
Livosta 500 Tablet 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 Livosta 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livosta 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Livosta 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Livosta 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Livosta 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Livosta 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Livosta 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Livosta 500 Tablet
Taking Livosta 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livosta 500 Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Livosta 500 Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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.
Yes Livosta is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Yes, Livosta 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.
Livosta 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.
Take Livosta as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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