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Lonard 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Lonard 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lonard 500 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lonard 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lonard 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Lonard 500 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Lonard 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lonard 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Lonard 500 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lonard 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Lonard 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lonard 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lonard 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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Is the use of Lonard 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lonard can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lonard right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lonard 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lonard may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lonard should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Lonard 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lonard rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lonard 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Lonard does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lonard 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Lonard does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lonard 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lonard 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lonard 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lonard 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lonard 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lonard 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lonard 500 Tablet
Taking Lonard 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lonard 500 Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Lonard 500 Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes Lonard 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, you can take Lonard 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Lonard with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Lonard can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Lonard 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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