Levostan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levostan Benefits & Uses

Levostan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Levostan Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levostan Related Warnings

Is the use of Levostan safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levostan. It is best to stop taking Levostan immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Levostan safe during breastfeeding?

Levostan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Levostan on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Levostan on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Levostan on the Liver?

Levostan is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levostan on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Levostan for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levostan with Other Drugs

Levostan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Levostan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levostan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Levostan

Is this Levostan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levostan has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levostan. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Levostan only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Levostan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Levostan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levostan

When consumed with certain foods, Levostan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Levostan

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Levostan at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Levostan

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Levostan with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Levostan for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Levostan for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levostan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Levostan treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Levostan is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levostan cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Levostan 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.