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Livatira 100 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Livatira 100 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Livatira 100 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Livatira 100 Mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Livatira 100 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Livatira 100 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Livatira 100 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Livatira 100 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Livatira 100 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Livatira 100 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Livatira 100 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Livatira 100 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Livatira 100 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Livatira 100 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Livatira may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Livatira again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Livatira 100 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Livatira for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Livatira 100 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Livatira rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livatira 100 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Livatira is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Livatira 100 Mg Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Livatira for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livatira 100 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livatira 100 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Livatira 100 Mg Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Livatira 100 Mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Livatira 100 Mg Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Livatira 100 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Livatira 100 Mg Injection has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Livatira 100 Mg Injection
Taking Livatira 100 Mg Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livatira 100 Mg Injection
Consuming Livatira 100 Mg Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, short-term treatment with Livatira does not cause vitamin D deficiency. However, scientific data suggests that long-term use of Livatira may indirectly cause vitamin D deficiency.
Livatira may be used in combination with other drugs such as haloperidol to treat bipolar disorders. Clinical studies have found that it offers potential benefits in treating bipolar disorders but more data is needed to confirm these results.
Yes, Livatira is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as weakness, dizziness, and irritability. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Initially Livatira is given for short-term treatment up to 2-4 weeks later the patient is called for follow up visit and depending on his medical condition doctor might prescribe it for a longer period. You are advised to take Livatira as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Take Livatira 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
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