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Levobid 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Levobid 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Levobid 500 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Levobid 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levobid 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Levobid 500 Mg Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levobid 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Levobid 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levobid 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levobid 500 Mg Tablet 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 Levobid 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levobid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levobid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levobid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levobid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levobid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levobid on the liver.
What is the effect of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Using Levobid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levobid 500 Mg Tablet 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 Levobid 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levobid 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levobid 500 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
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 Levobid 500 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levobid 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levobid 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levobid 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Levobid 500 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levobid 500 Mg Tablet
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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Levobid 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.
Yes, Levobid 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.
Levobid is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levobid without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Levobid can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
