Lavor 250 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lavor Information

Lavor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Lavor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Lavor is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lavor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lavor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lavor has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lavor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Lavor since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lavor contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Lavor have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lavor is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Lavor Benefits & Uses

Lavor 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

Lavor 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

Lavor Related Warnings

Is the use of Lavor safe for pregnant women?

Lavor may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lavor again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lavor safe during breastfeeding?

Lavor may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lavor on the Kidneys?

Lavor has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lavor on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Lavor on the Heart?

Lavor is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lavor with Other Drugs

Lavor 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

Lavor Contraindications

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

Is this Lavor habit forming or addictive?

Lavor is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lavor can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lavor 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, the use of Lavor in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lavor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lavor

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lavor

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Lavor are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lavor

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lavor 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 Lavor 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Lavor cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lavor?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Lavor should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lavor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Lavor 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

Can I take Lavor for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Lavor for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Lavor for the above- mentioned infection.