Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Olvo 500 Mg Infusion has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olvo 500 Mg Infusion related warnings section.
Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olvo 500 Mg Infusion are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Olvo 500 Mg Infusion may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olvo 500 Mg Infusion 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 Olvo 500 Mg Infusion is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Olvo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olvo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Olvo should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion on the Kidneys?
Olvo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Olvo on the liver.
What is the effect of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Olvo for the heart.
Olvo 500 Mg Infusion 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 Olvo 500 Mg Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olvo 500 Mg Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olvo 500 Mg Infusion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Olvo 500 Mg Infusion can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Olvo 500 Mg Infusion should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Olvo 500 Mg Infusion in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Olvo 500 Mg Infusion
Some foods when eaten with Olvo 500 Mg Infusion can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olvo 500 Mg Infusion
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Olvo 500 Mg Infusion at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Olvo 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.
Olvo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Olvo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Olvo 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.
Yes, you can take Olvo 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.
Olvo 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 -
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