Levocide

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Levocide Information

Levocide is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Infusion. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Levocide also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Levocide 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levocide as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levocide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Levocide's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levocide related warnings talks about Levocide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Levocide 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. The section on Levocide contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Levocide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levocide is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Levocide Benefits & Uses

Levocide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Levocide 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: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Levocide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levocide is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Levocide Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Levocide safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levocide. It is best to stop taking Levocide immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Levocide safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Levocide on the Kidneys?


    Levocide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Levocide on the Liver?


    Using Levocide does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Levocide on the Heart?


    Levocide is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Levocide with Other Drugs

Levocide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Levocide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levocide unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Levocide

  • Is this Levocide habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Levocide has not been reported.

    No
  • 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 Levocide can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Levocide only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Levocide is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Levocide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Levocide


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levocide to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Levocide


    Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Levocide

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Levocide with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Levocide cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Levocide with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levocide 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Levocide treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Levocide is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Levocide 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 Levocide 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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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