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Luv is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Luv has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Luv is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Luv side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Luv are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Luv has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Luv's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Luv 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. Other contraindications of Luv have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Luv have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Luv, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Luv 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 Luv safe for pregnant women?
Luv can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Luv right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Luv safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Luv. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Luv on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Luv on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Luv on the Liver?
Luv is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Luv on the Heart?
Luv is completely safe for the heart.
Luv 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 Luv unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luv habit forming or addictive?
Luv is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Luv. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Luv is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Luv is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Luv
When consumed with certain foods, Luv may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luv
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Luv at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Luv 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.
Luv is a prescription drug, hence do not take Luv without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Luv 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.
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.
Yes you can take this Luv 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.
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)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
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