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Lotor Benefits & Uses

Lotor 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

Lotor 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

Lotor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lotor 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

Lotor Related Warnings

Is the use of Lotor safe for pregnant women?

Lotor can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Lotor, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lotor safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Lotor on the Kidneys?

Lotor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lotor on the Liver?

Lotor does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lotor on the Heart?

You can take Lotor without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lotor with Other Drugs

Lotor 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

Lotor Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lotor 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 Lotor

Is this Lotor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lotor is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lotor as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lotor is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Lotor is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lotor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lotor

Some foods when eaten with Lotor can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lotor

Taking Lotor and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lotor

Question about 6 years ago

What is Lotor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Lotor 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.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Lotor on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Lotor on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Lotor a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Lotor is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Lotor?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Take Lotor as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lotor 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 Lotor 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.