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Loxof Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Loxof Suspension have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loxof Suspension. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Loxof Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Loxof Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Loxof Suspension's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Loxof Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Loxof Suspension 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. The section on Loxof Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Loxof Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Loxof Suspension is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Loxof Suspension 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loxof Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loxof Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Loxof may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Loxof, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Loxof Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Loxof. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Loxof Suspension on the Kidneys?
Loxof may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loxof Suspension on the Liver?
Loxof is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Loxof Suspension on the Heart?
You can take Loxof without any fear of damage to the heart.
Loxof Suspension 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 Loxof Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loxof Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Loxof Suspension is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Loxof Suspension you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Loxof Suspension only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Loxof Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Loxof Suspension
Loxof Suspension may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxof Suspension
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Take Loxof as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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.
Loxof is a prescription drug, hence do not take Loxof without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Loxof 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.
Loxof 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.
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)
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