Livota 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Livota Information

Livota is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Livota also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Livota depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Livota side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Livota are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livota is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Livota's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Livota 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Livota contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Livota with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Livota is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Livota Benefits & Uses
Livota Dosage & How to Take
Livota Side Effects
Livota Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Livota with Other Drugs
Livota Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Livota
Livota Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Livota Benefits & Uses

Livota is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Livota Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Livota Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Livota is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
पेट दर्द
Confusion
Headache

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Urticaria
Rash

Livota Related Warnings

Is the use of Livota safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Livota. It is best to stop taking Livota immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Livota safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Livota. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Livota on the Kidneys?

Livota rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Livota on the Liver?

Livota does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Livota on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Livota for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Livota with Other Drugs

Livota should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Livota Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livota unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Livota

Is this Livota habit forming or addictive?

Livota does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Livota can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Livota only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Livota for mental disorders.

No

Livota Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Livota

Livota may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Livota

Drinking alcohol while taking Livota may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Livota

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Livota without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Livota is a prescription drug, hence do not take Livota without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Livota with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Livota 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Livota with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Livota?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Livota should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Livota for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Livota for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Livota for the above- mentioned infection.