Levolife 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 Levolife is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levolife safe for pregnant women?
Levolife can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levolife, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levolife safe during breastfeeding?
Levolife may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levolife on the Kidneys?
Levolife rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levolife on the Liver?
Levolife does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levolife on the Heart?
Levolife is not harmful for the heart.
Levolife 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 Levolife unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levolife habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levolife has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Levolife as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levolife is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levolife is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levolife
Levolife may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levolife
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.
Levolife is a brand name of levofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes Levolife is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Take Levolife if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Levolife 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.
Discontinuing Levolife on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
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