Levoff Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Levoff Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levoff Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levoff Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Levoff Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levoff Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levoff Injection related warnings talks about Levoff Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Levoff Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Levoff Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Levoff Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Levoff Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levoff Injection 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 Levoff Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levoff Injection safe for pregnant women?
Levoff can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levoff, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levoff Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levoff. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levoff Injection on the Kidneys?
Levoff rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levoff Injection on the Liver?
Using Levoff does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levoff Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levoff for the heart.
Levoff Injection 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 Levoff Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levoff Injection habit forming or addictive?
Levoff Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levoff Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Levoff Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levoff Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levoff Injection
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Levoff Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levoff Injection
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Levoff is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.
Levoff is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Levoff 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, you can take Levoff for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, you can take Levoff for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Levoff for the above- mentioned infection.
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