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Safelevo 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Safelevo 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Safelevo 500 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Safelevo 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Safelevo 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safelevo 500 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Safelevo 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Safelevo 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Safelevo 500 Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Safelevo 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Safelevo 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Safelevo 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Safelevo 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 Safelevo 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Safelevo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Safelevo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Safelevo 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Safelevo may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Safelevo 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Safelevo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Safelevo 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Safelevo is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Safelevo 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Safelevo is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safelevo 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safelevo 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Safelevo 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Safelevo 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Safelevo 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Safelevo 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Safelevo 500 Tablet
Taking Safelevo 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safelevo 500 Tablet
Taking Safelevo 500 Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Safelevo 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 Safelevo 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Safelevo with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
No, you can not take Safelevo with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Yes you can take this Safelevo 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.
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