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Livovar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Livovar have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Livovar is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Livovar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Livovar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livovar is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Livovar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Livovar related warnings section.
Livovar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Livovar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Livovar with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Livovar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Livovar 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 Livovar is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Livovar safe for pregnant women?
Livovar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Livovar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Livovar safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Livovar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Livovar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Livovar on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Livovar on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Livovar on the Liver?
Using Livovar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Livovar on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Livovar for the heart.
Livovar 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 Livovar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livovar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Livovar has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Livovar can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Livovar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Livovar in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Livovar
Taking Livovar with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livovar
Taking Livovar and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, you can take Livovar for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, Livovar is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Livovar is a prescription drug, hence do not take Livovar without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Livovar 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.
Livovar 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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