Levonto 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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Is the use of Levonto safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levonto. It is best to stop taking Levonto immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levonto safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levonto. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levonto on the Kidneys?
Levonto rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levonto on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levonto on the liver.
What is the effect of Levonto on the Heart?
You can take Levonto without any fear of damage to the heart.
Levonto 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 Levonto unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levonto habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levonto is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levonto can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levonto should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levonto cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levonto
Some foods when eaten with Levonto can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levonto
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Levonto are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Levonto 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.
Yes, you can take Levonto for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, Levonto is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes you can take this Levonto for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.
Levonto 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.
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References
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