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Levasme is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Other than this, Levasme has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Levasme depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Levasme are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Levasme are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Levasme's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Levasme has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levasme related warnings section.
Levasme is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Levasme may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levasme is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levasme is used -
Common
Is the use of Levasme safe for pregnant women?
Levasme can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Levasme safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levasme. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levasme on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Levasme for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Levasme on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Levasme on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Levasme on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Levasme on heart. So it is not known whether taking Levasme will cause side effects on heart or not.
Levasme should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levasme unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levasme habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levasme has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Levasme as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levasme is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levasme for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levasme
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Levasme together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levasme
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Levasme.
Yes, Levasme can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.
Yes, Levasme can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Levasme is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Levasme is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Take Levasme as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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