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Leon Od is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Leon Od has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Leon Od 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Leon Od can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Leon Od go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Leon Od has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Leon Od related warnings talks about Leon Od's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Leon Od 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 Leon Od contraindications section.
Besides this, Leon Od may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Leon Od is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Leon Od 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 Leon Od is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Leon Od safe for pregnant women?
Leon OD may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Leon OD again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Leon Od safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Leon OD. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Leon Od on the Kidneys?
Leon OD rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Leon Od on the Liver?
Leon OD is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Leon Od on the Heart?
Using Leon OD does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Leon Od 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 Leon Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leon Od habit forming or addictive?
Leon Od is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Leon Od. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Leon Od only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Leon Od is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leon Od
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Leon Od to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leon Od
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Leon Od at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Leon OD 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.
Leon OD is a prescription drug, hence do not take Leon OD without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
It is recommended to avoid taking Leon OD 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.
Leon OD 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.
Leon OD 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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