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

Levobact Information

Levobact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion, Tablet, Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levobact have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levobact. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levobact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Levobact normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Levobact's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Levobact has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levobact related warnings section.

Levobact is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levobact contraindications section.

Besides this, Levobact may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levobact is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Levobact Benefits & Uses

Levobact 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

Levobact 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

Levobact Related Warnings

Is the use of Levobact safe for pregnant women?

Levobact may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levobact again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Levobact safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levobact. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Levobact on the Kidneys?

Levobact has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levobact on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Levobact on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levobact on the Heart?

Levobact is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levobact with Other Drugs

Levobact 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

Levobact Contraindications

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

Is this Levobact habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Levobact is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levobact can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levobact 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?

There is no benefit of taking Levobact for mental disorders.

No

Levobact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levobact

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levobact

Drinking alcohol while taking Levobact may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levobact

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Levobact with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levobact 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 4 years ago

Can I discontinue Levobact on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Levobact on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Levobact with azithromycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

It is recommended to avoid taking Levobact 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.

Question about 4 years ago

Is Levobact a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Levobact 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.

Question over 3 years ago

Does Levobact treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Levobact 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.