Glevo 500 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glevo 500 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Glevo 500 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glevo 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Glevo 500 Mg Tablet 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. Other contraindications of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Glevo 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glevo 500 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Glevo 500 Mg Tablet 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 Glevo 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Glevo. It is best to stop taking Glevo immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Glevo. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Glevo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Glevo on the liver.
What is the effect of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Glevo for the heart.
Glevo 500 Mg Tablet 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 Glevo 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glevo 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glevo 500 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Glevo 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Glevo 500 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Glevo 500 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Glevo 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Glevo 500 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glevo 500 Mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Glevo 500 Mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, you can not take Glevo with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
It is recommended to avoid taking Glevo with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Glevo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Glevo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
It is recommended to avoid taking Glevo with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Glevo 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.
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