Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia. Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml contraindications section.
Besides this, Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml 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
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Is the use of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Livogen in pregnant women.
Is the use of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml safe during breastfeeding?
Livogen does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Livogen on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Livogen will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Livogen on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Livogen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Livogen Adult Tonic 200ml.
The major role of Livogen is the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia. It also has immune-enhancing, cognition enhancing and anticancer activities.
Livogen is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, syrup, drop, suspension, and injection. It is to be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. One should take the dose at the same time every day to avoid missing or skipping it. Livogen may cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach cramps. It is, therefore, important to take it with some food. Milk, calcium, and antacids should not be taken at the same time as that of Livogen.
No, Livogen doesn't cause leg cramps. In fact, deficiency of iron leads to leg cramps.
It is safe to take Livogen in the recommended doses. However, in some people, it may cause certain side effects like nausea, vomiting, cramps, etc. If you experience any of these side effects, please report to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Livogen can be taken with vitamin C as the latter increases the absorption of iron into the body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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