Levochem 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levochem 500 Tablet Information

Levochem 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Levochem 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Levochem 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Levochem 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levochem 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Levochem 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Levochem 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Levochem 500 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 Levochem 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Levochem 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Levochem 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Levochem Benefits & Uses
Levochem Dosage & How to Take
Levochem Side Effects
Levochem Related Warnings
Levochem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Levochem
Levochem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Levochem 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Levochem 500 Tablet 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

Levochem 500 Tablet 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

Levochem 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Levochem 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Levochem 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Levochem may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Levochem 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Levochem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levochem 500 Tablet on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Levochem 500 Tablet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Levochem for the heart.

Safe

Levochem 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levochem 500 Tablet 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 Levochem 500 Tablet

Is this Levochem 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levochem 500 Tablet has not been reported.

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

After taking Levochem 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Levochem 500 Tablet 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?

There is no benefit of taking Levochem 500 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Levochem 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levochem 500 Tablet

Taking Levochem 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levochem 500 Tablet

Taking Levochem 500 Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levochem 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levochem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Levochem is a prescription drug, hence do not take Levochem without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Levochem with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Levochem 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Levochem cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Levochem 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Levochem?

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

Levochem 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Levochem a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Levochem 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.