Livodil 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Livodil 250 Tablet Information

Livodil 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Livodil 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Livodil 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Livodil 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Livodil 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livodil 250 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Livodil 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Livodil 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Livodil 250 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Livodil 250 Tablet in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Livodil 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Livodil 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Livodil 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Livodil Benefits & Uses
Livodil Dosage & How to Take
Livodil Side Effects
Livodil Related Warnings
Livodil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Livodil
Livodil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Livodil 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Livodil 250 Tablet 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

Livodil 250 Tablet 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

Livodil 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Livodil 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Livodil can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Livodil, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Livodil 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Livodil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Livodil 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Livodil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Livodil 250 Tablet on the Liver?

Livodil is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Livodil 250 Tablet on the Heart?

Livodil is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Livodil 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livodil 250 Tablet 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 Livodil 250 Tablet

Is this Livodil 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Livodil 250 Tablet.

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

After taking Livodil 250 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Livodil 250 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Livodil 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Livodil 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Livodil 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Livodil 250 Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Livodil 250 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Livodil 250 Tablet

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Livodil 250 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Livodil 250 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

How does Livodil work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Livodil 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Livodil a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Livodil 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Livodil?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Livodil 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Livodil cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Livodil can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Livodil with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Livodil 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.