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

Alevo Information

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

Alevo Benefits & Uses

Alevo 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
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Alevo 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

Alevo Related Warnings

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.

Moderate
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Alevo on the Kidneys?

Alevo has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alevo on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Alevo on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Alevo on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alevo with Other Drugs

Alevo 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

Alevo Contraindications

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

Is this Alevo habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Alevo has not been reported.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Alevo 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, Alevo is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alevo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alevo

When consumed with certain foods, Alevo may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
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.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Alevo

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Alevo?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Alevo cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Alevo work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Alevo?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Alevo treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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.