Levocon 500mg Tablet

Description

Information About Levocon 500mg Tablet

Levocon 500mg Tablet: The main purpose of this antibiotic medication is to treat bacterial infections in the various body parts. Levocon 500mg Tablet is made up of Levofloxacin and helps in the treatment of urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. It stops the growth of the responsible microbe and cures the disease.

Levocon 500mg Tablet Uses

In the treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Levocon 500mg Tablet

• DNA-gyrase is the bacterial enzyme that has a major role to play in the infection. Levocon 500mg Tablet stops its action. 
• It results in the bacterial cell division and repair. Thus, eventually killing them.

How to Use Levocon 500mg Tablet?

Take the pill with a glass of water before or after your meals. Take only the prescribed dose and do not break or chew the tablet. Follow the directions of your doctor and do not take the medicine for a duration longer than recommended.

Levocon 500mg Tablet Side Effects

The medication can lead to some of the following adverse consequences. Check them out below!

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness

These side effects are only supposed to stay for a little while. If they persist, let the doctor know so they can advise you on an alternative drug.

Caution 

• Do not drive after taking this medication as it can alter your ability to concentrate. 
• Do not take the medicine if you are dealing with or have had kidney conditions. 
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their gynecologist before using this drug. 
• Avoid dairy products during the treatment. These include milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

Q1. What class of drug does Levocon 500mg Tablet belong to?

Levocon 500mg Tablet belongs to the Fluoroquinolone type of drug used in the treatment of bacterial infection.

Q2. What food should I avoid when using Levocon 500mg Tablet?

Do not eat any dairy products such as milk, crud, butter, cheese, ice cream, etc, when using this medicine. 

Q3.Can I stop taking the Levocon 500mg Tab when I feel better?

No. Do not stop the use of this drug even if you start feeling better. Let the doctor understand your condition before they allow you to discontinue the medication.  

Q4. Can the use of Levocon 500mg Tab cause diarrhea?

Yes. Diarrhea is one of the side effects of using Levocon 500mg Tab. 

Q5.What if you forget to take a Levocon Tablet?

If you miss a dose, take the tablet as soon as you remember but not if the time for the next dose is close, that could lead to an overdose. 

References

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