Levostan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levostan Benefits & Uses

Levostan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Levostan 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levostan Related Warnings

Is the use of Levostan safe for pregnant women?

Levostan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levostan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Levostan safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Levostan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levostan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Levostan on the Kidneys?

Levostan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levostan on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Levostan on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levostan on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Levostan for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levostan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Levostan Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Levostan

Is this Levostan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Levostan.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levostan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Levostan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Levostan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levostan

Levostan may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levostan

Taking Levostan and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levostan

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Levostan with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Levostan for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Levostan 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Levostan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Levostan treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Levostan 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Levostan cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Levostan 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.