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Levona 500 Tablet

Levofloxacin (500mg)

₹55.60 ₹65.4115% Off


Product Code: 358976
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Scott Edil Pharmacia Ltd
Constituents

Levofloxacin (500mg)

Usage of Levona 500 Tablet

  • Treatment of Bacterial infections

Description of Levona 500 Tablet

Levona 500 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Levona

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea

Unit

10 tablets

Manufacturer

Scott Edil Pharmacia Ltd

Disclaimer

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How to use Levona 500 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levona 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Levona 500 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Medicine Works

Levona 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Related Warnings

Consuming alcohol with Levona 500 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Levona 500 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Levona 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Levona 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Levona 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levona 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

There is limited information available on the use of Levona 500 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Levona 500 Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Discontinue Levona 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Is Levona 500 Tablet safe?

    Levona 500 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

  • What if I forget to take a dose of Levona 500 Tablet?

    If you forget a dose of Levona 500 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

  • Can the use of Levona 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?

    Yes, the use of Levona 500 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

  • Can I stop taking Levona 500 Tablet when I feel better?

    No, do not stop taking Levona 500 Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Levona 500 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Levona 500 Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

  • Can the use of Levona 500 Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

    Yes, the use of Levona 500 Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Levona 500 Tablet but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

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