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Levopil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Levopil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levopil. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levopil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Levopil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Levopil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Levopil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levopil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Levopil in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levopil contraindications section.
Besides this, Levopil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levopil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levopil 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 Levopil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levopil safe for pregnant women?
Levopil may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levopil again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levopil safe during breastfeeding?
Levopil 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 Levopil on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levopil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levopil on the Liver?
Using Levopil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levopil on the Heart?
You can take Levopil without any fear of damage to the heart.
Levopil 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 Levopil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levopil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levopil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levopil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levopil can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levopil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levopil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levopil
Levopil may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levopil
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.
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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
