Levoday Information
Levoday is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Levoday have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Levoday depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levoday as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levoday go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levoday is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levoday related warnings talks about Levoday's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levoday can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levoday in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Levoday contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Levoday may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Levoday, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levoday Benefits & Uses
Levoday 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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Plague
- Corneal Ulcer
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Levoday 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 |
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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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Levoday Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levoday is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- पेट दर्द
- Confusion
- Headache
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Insomnia
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Urticaria
- Rash
Levoday Related Warnings
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Is the use of Levoday safe for pregnant women?
Levoday can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levoday, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Levoday safe during breastfeeding?
Levoday should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Levoday on the Kidneys?
Levoday rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Levoday on the Liver?
Levoday does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Levoday on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levoday for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Levoday with Other Drugs
Levoday should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Levoday Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levoday 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 Levoday
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Is this Levoday habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levoday.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levoday you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levoday only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoday cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Levoday Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Levoday
Taking Levoday with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoday
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.
Mild
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
