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Q Levo 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Q Levo 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Q Levo 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Q Levo 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Q Levo 500 Tablet 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.
Q Levo 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Q Levo 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Q Levo 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Q Levo 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Q Levo 500 Tablet in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Q Levo 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Q Levo 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Q Levo 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Q Levo 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 Q Levo 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Q Levo can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Q Levo, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Q Levo 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Q Levo may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Q Levo 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Q Levo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Q Levo 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Q Levo does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Q Levo 500 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Q Levo without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Levo 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Q Levo 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Q Levo 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Q Levo 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Q Levo 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Q Levo 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Q Levo 500 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Q Levo 500 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Q Levo 500 Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Q Levo 500 Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
It is recommended to avoid taking Q Levo 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.
Take Q Levo if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Q Levo 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.
Q Levo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Q Levo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, you can take Q Levo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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