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Olvo 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Olvo 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Olvo 500 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Olvo 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olvo 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Olvo 500 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olvo 500 Mg Tablet in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Olvo 500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Olvo 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Olvo 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olvo 500 Mg 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 Olvo 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olvo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olvo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Olvo. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olvo has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Olvo does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Olvo is not harmful for the heart.
Olvo 500 Mg 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 Olvo 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olvo 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olvo 500 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olvo 500 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Olvo 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Olvo 500 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Olvo 500 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Olvo 500 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olvo 500 Mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Olvo 500 Mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Olvo is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Olvo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Olvo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Olvo 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.
Yes, you can take Olvo 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.
Olvo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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