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Zevo Infusion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Zevo Infusion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zevo Infusion 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zevo Infusion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Zevo Infusion normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Zevo Infusion's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zevo Infusion related warnings talks about Zevo Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zevo Infusion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zevo Infusion in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Zevo Infusion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Zevo Infusion may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zevo Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Zevo 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 Zevo Infusion is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zevo Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Zevo can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zevo, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zevo Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Zevo 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 Zevo Infusion on the Kidneys?
Zevo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zevo Infusion on the Liver?
Zevo does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Zevo Infusion on the Heart?
Zevo is not harmful for the heart.
Zevo 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 Zevo Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zevo Infusion habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zevo Infusion.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zevo Infusion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zevo Infusion only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zevo Infusion is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zevo Infusion
Zevo Infusion may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zevo Infusion
Drinking alcohol while taking Zevo Infusion may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, you can take Zevo for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Zevo for the above- mentioned infection.
Zevo 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.
Zevo 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.
Discontinuing Zevo on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Zevo should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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
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