Levopride: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levopride Information

Levopride is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levopride has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levopride. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levopride as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Levopride 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, Levopride's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levopride'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 Levopride since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Levopride have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Levopride may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Levopride is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Levopride Benefits & Uses

Levopride 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

Levopride 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

Levopride Related Warnings

Is the use of Levopride safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levopride. It is best to stop taking Levopride immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Levopride safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Levopride may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levopride should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Levopride on the Kidneys?

Levopride rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levopride on the Liver?

Levopride does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levopride on the Heart?

Levopride is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levopride with Other Drugs

Levopride 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

Levopride Contraindications

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

Is this Levopride habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levopride has not been reported.

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

After taking Levopride you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levopride is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Levopride in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Levopride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levopride

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levopride to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levopride

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levopride at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levopride

Question over 5 years ago

How does Levopride work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Levopride 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Levopride for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Levopride for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Levopride with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levopride can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Levopride?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Levopride 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Levopride a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Levopride 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.