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Levolong is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Levolong have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Levolong depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levolong as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Levolong normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levolong is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levolong related warnings talks about Levolong's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Levolong 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. Other contraindications of Levolong have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Levolong may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Levolong is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levolong 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 Levolong is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levolong safe for pregnant women?
Levolong may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levolong again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levolong safe during breastfeeding?
Levolong should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levolong on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levolong on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levolong on the Liver?
Levolong does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levolong on the Heart?
Levolong is not harmful for the heart.
Levolong 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 Levolong unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levolong habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levolong is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levolong. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levolong only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levolong for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levolong
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levolong to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levolong
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levolong at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, you can not take Levolong with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Levolong is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levolong with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Levolong 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, Levolong can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
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