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Leon Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. The alternative uses of Leon Oz have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Leon Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Leon Oz are Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. Normally, these side effects of Leon Oz 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.
In addition, Leon Oz's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Leon Oz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Leon Oz related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Leon Oz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Leon Oz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Leon Oz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Leon Oz 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
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Is the use of Leon Oz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Leon OZ. If you are pregnant, do not take Leon OZ without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Leon Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Leon OZ may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Leon OZ, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Leon OZ.
What is the effect of Leon Oz on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Leon OZ can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Leon Oz on the Liver?
Leon OZ may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Leon Oz on the Heart?
Leon OZ may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Leon Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leon Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leon Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Leon Oz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Leon Oz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Leon Oz only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Leon Oz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Leon Oz
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Leon Oz together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leon Oz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Leon Oz with alcohol will be.
Leon OZ 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.
Yes, Leon OZ 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.
Leon OZ is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
It is recommended to avoid taking Leon OZ 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.
Leon OZ is a prescription drug, hence do not take Leon OZ without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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Highlights of Prescribing Information [Internet]: LEVAQUIN® (levofloxacin) Tablets. Initial U.S. Approval: 1996
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