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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 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 Levobact is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levobact safe for pregnant women?
Levobact can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levobact, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levobact safe during breastfeeding?
Levobact may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levobact on the Kidneys?
Levobact rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levobact on the Liver?
Levobact does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levobact on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levobact for the heart.
Levobact 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 Levobact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levobact habit forming or addictive?
Levobact is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levobact you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levobact is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levobact is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levobact
Levobact may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levobact
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
