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Flolev is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Flolev also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flolev. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flolev can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Flolev go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Flolev's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Flolev related warnings talks about Flolev's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Flolev 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 Flolev are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Flolev with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flolev is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Flolev 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 Flolev is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flolev safe for pregnant women?
Flolev may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Flolev, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Flolev safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Flolev. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flolev on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Flolev on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Flolev on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Flolev on the liver.
What is the effect of Flolev on the Heart?
Using Flolev does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Flolev 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 Flolev unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flolev habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flolev has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flolev. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flolev only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flolev is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flolev
Some foods when eaten with Flolev can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flolev
Drinking alcohol while taking Flolev may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Flolev 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.
Yes, Flolev 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, Flolev can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Flolev 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.
No, you can not take Flolev with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
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