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Lxl is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Lxl has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lxl is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lxl have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Lxl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lxl's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lxl related warnings talks about Lxl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lxl 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. Other contraindications of Lxl have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Lxl with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lxl is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lxl 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 Lxl is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lxl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lxl. It is best to stop taking Lxl immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lxl safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lxl. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lxl on the Kidneys?
Lxl rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lxl on the Liver?
Lxl is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Lxl on the Heart?
Using Lxl does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Lxl 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 Lxl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lxl habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lxl is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lxl you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lxl is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lxl is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lxl
Lxl may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lxl
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Lxl are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
