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Livozan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Livozan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Livozan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Livozan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Livozan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livozan is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Livozan related warnings talks about Livozan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Livozan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Livozan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Livozan may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Livozan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Livozan 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 Livozan safe for pregnant women?
Livozan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Livozan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Livozan safe during breastfeeding?
Livozan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Livozan on the Kidneys?
Livozan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livozan on the Liver?
Livozan is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Livozan on the Heart?
Livozan is not harmful for the heart.
Livozan 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 Livozan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livozan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Livozan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Livozan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Livozan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Livozan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Livozan
Some foods when eaten with Livozan can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livozan
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Livozan are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Livozan 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.
Yes you can take this Livozan for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.
It is recommended to avoid taking Livozan 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.
Discontinuing Livozan on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Livozan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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