Levofloxacin Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levofloxacin Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levofloxacin Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levofloxacin Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Levofloxacin Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levofloxacin Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levofloxacin Tablet related warnings talks about Levofloxacin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levofloxacin Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levofloxacin Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Levofloxacin Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levofloxacin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levofloxacin 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.
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Is the use of Levofloxacin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levofloxacin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levofloxacin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levofloxacin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levofloxacin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levofloxacin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levofloxacin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levofloxacin Tablet on the Liver?
Levofloxacin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Levofloxacin Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levofloxacin for the heart.
Levofloxacin Tablet 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 Levofloxacin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levofloxacin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levofloxacin Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levofloxacin Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levofloxacin Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levofloxacin Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levofloxacin Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levofloxacin Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Levofloxacin Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levofloxacin Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes Levofloxacin 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.
Levofloxacin 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.
Yes, you can take Levofloxacin for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levofloxacin for the above- mentioned infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levofloxacin 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.
Yes, Levofloxacin 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.
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