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Levoziv is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Levoziv depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Levoziv 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 Levoziv is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levoziv safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levoziv. It is best to stop taking Levoziv immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levoziv safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levoziv. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levoziv on the Kidneys?
Levoziv has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoziv on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Levoziv on the liver.
What is the effect of Levoziv on the Heart?
Levoziv is not harmful for the heart.
Levoziv 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 Levoziv unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoziv habit forming or addictive?
Levoziv does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levoziv, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levoziv can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levoziv is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levoziv cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levoziv
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levoziv to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoziv
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.
Levoziv 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.
Levoziv 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Levoziv 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.
Yes you can take this Levoziv 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.
Yes, Levoziv 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)
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
