Levipride Information

Levipride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Levipride also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levipride. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Levipride have been listed ahead. These side effects of Levipride are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Levipride's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levipride related warnings talks about Levipride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Levipride can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levipride in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levipride are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Levipride, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Levipride Benefits & Uses

Levipride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Stomach Gas

Levipride 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: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levipride Related Warnings

Is the use of Levipride safe for pregnant women?

Levipride can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levipride right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Levipride safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Levipride. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Levipride on the Kidneys?

Using Levipride does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Levipride on the Liver?

Levipride does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levipride on the Heart?

Levipride may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Levipride with Other Drugs

Levipride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Sucralfate

Aluminium hydroxide

Magnesium hydroxide

Levipride Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levipride unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Mania
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Levipride

Is this Levipride habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levipride has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Levipride 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?

Yes, this Levipride works for mental disorders.

Yes

Levipride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levipride

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Levipride and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Levipride

Information about the interaction of Levipride and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown