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T Livo is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of T Livo have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of T Livo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, T Livo can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of T Livo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of T Livo is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, T Livo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the T Livo related warnings section.
T Livo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid T Livo in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on T Livo contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of T Livo with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that T Livo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
T Livo 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 T Livo safe for pregnant women?
T Livo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking T Livo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of T Livo safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking T Livo. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of T Livo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of T Livo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of T Livo on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of T Livo on the liver.
What is the effect of T Livo on the Heart?
T Livo is not harmful for the heart.
T Livo 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 T Livo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this T Livo habit forming or addictive?
T Livo does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking T Livo, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as T Livo can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take T Livo only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, T Livo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and T Livo
T Livo may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and T Livo
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking T Livo at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes you can take this T Livo 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.
Yes, T Livo 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.
Yes, you can take T Livo 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking T Livo 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.
T Livo 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
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