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Alevo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Alevo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Alevo 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Alevo have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Alevo 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.
Alevo's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Alevo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alevo related warnings section.
Alevo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alevo in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alevo contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Alevo with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Alevo, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Alevo 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 Alevo safe for pregnant women?
Alevo may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Alevo, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Alevo safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Alevo. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Alevo on the Kidneys?
Alevo has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alevo on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Alevo on the liver.
What is the effect of Alevo on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Alevo for the heart.
Alevo 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 Alevo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alevo habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Alevo has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Alevo. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Alevo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alevo is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alevo
When consumed with certain foods, Alevo may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alevo
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.
Take Alevo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Alevo 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.
Alevo 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.
Alevo 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 Alevo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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