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Levovista is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Levovista also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Levovista is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levovista side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Levovista normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Levovista's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levovista's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levovista is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levovista contraindications section.
Besides this, Levovista may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Levovista, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levovista 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levovista is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levovista safe for pregnant women?
Levovista may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levovista again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levovista safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levovista. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levovista on the Kidneys?
Levovista has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levovista on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levovista on the liver.
What is the effect of Levovista on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levovista for the heart.
Levovista 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 Levovista unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levovista habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levovista.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levovista you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levovista is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levovista cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levovista
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levovista to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levovista
Drinking alcohol while taking Levovista may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Levovista 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.
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.
Levovista 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.
Yes Levovista 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.
Take Levovista 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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