Levogut Information

Levogut is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levogut have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Levogut depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levogut as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levogut are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levogut is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levogut related warnings talks about Levogut's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding must refrain from the use of Levogut since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levogut are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Levogut may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Levogut is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Levogut Benefits & Uses
Levogut Dosage & How to Take
Levogut Side Effects
Levogut Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Levogut with Other Drugs
Levogut Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Levogut
Levogut Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Levogut Benefits & Uses

Levogut is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Stomach Gas

Levogut 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: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levogut Related Warnings

Is the use of Levogut safe for pregnant women?

Levogut can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levogut right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Levogut safe during breastfeeding?

Levogut can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Levogut on the Kidneys?

Levogut does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Levogut on the Liver?

Using Levogut does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levogut on the Heart?

Levogut has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Levogut with Other Drugs

Levogut should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Moderate

Sucralfate

Aluminium hydroxide

Magnesium hydroxide

Levogut Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levogut unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Mania
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Levogut

Is this Levogut habit forming or addictive?

Levogut is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levogut should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Levogut can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Levogut Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levogut

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Levogut together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Levogut

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Levogut and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown