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Levoca is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levoca has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Levoca depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Levoca as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levoca are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Levoca's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levoca related warnings talks about Levoca's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levoca is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levoca are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Levoca have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Levoca, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levoca 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 Levoca is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levoca safe for pregnant women?
Levoca can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levoca, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levoca safe during breastfeeding?
Levoca may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levoca on the Kidneys?
Levoca rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoca on the Liver?
Levoca is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Levoca on the Heart?
Levoca is not harmful for the heart.
Levoca 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 Levoca unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoca habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levoca 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 Levoca can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levoca is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoca is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoca
Taking Levoca with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoca
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levoca at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Levoca along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Levoca should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, Levoca can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Levoca 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.
Levoca 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.
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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
