Lofel

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Lofel Information

Lofel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Lofel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lofel. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Lofel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lofel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lofel is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lofel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Lofel since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lofel contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Lofel with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lofel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Lofel Benefits & Uses

Lofel is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lofel 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: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Lofel Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Lofel Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lofel safe for pregnant women?


    Lofel may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lofel, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Lofel safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lofel. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

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


    Lofel rarely harms the kidneys.

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


    Lofel does not damage the liver.

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


    You can take Lofel without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lofel with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Lofel Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lofel

  • Is this Lofel habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Lofel has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lofel. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Lofel only on doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Lofel for mental disorders.

    No

Lofel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lofel


    Taking Lofel with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lofel


    Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Lofel at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Lofel

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lofel on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Lofel 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Lofel?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Lofel is a brand name of levofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lofel with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lofel 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Lofel a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Lofel 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lofel treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Lofel 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.



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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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