Lemonia 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Walton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
Salt Composition
Levofloxacin (500mg)
Lemonia 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections.
Introduction:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Dosage Form:
Tablet
Key Benefits:
Side Effects:
How to Use:
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. Lemonia 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Lemonia 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.
How it Works:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Quick Tips:
Interacting Drugs:
FAQs:
Introduction:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Dosage Form:
Tablet
Key Benefits:
- It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
- It is used to treat infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lungs (pneumonia).
Side Effects:
- No common side effects listed.
How to Use:
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. Lemonia 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Lemonia 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.
How it Works:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Quick Tips:
- Your doctor has prescribed Lemonia 500mg 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 Lemonia 500mg 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.
Interacting Drugs:
- Rasagiline
- Selegiline
- Tizanidine
- Strontium Chloride
FAQs:
- What are the safety considerations for taking Lemonia 500mg Tablet?
To ensure safe use, take Lemonia 500mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses or double up on medication to make up for missed ones. - What should I do if I forget a dose of Lemonia 500mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it's almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one to avoid doubling up. - Are there potential gastrointestinal side effects associated with Lemonia 500mg Tablet use?
Yes, diarrhea is a possible side effect due to the antibiotic's impact on beneficial bacteria in your stomach or intestine. If severe, consult your doctor about this issue. - Should I stop taking Lemonia 500mg Tablet when my symptoms improve?
No, complete the full course of treatment as directed by your doctor even if you feel better initially. Stopping too early may lead to symptom recurrence or worsening. - Can Lemonia 500mg Tablet increase muscle damage risk?
Yes, the use of this medication can cause muscle damage, which is more likely in people above 60 years old. Inform your doctor if you experience any muscle pain while using Lemonia 500mg Tablet.
Alcohol Warning:
Consuming alcohol with Lemonia 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy Warning:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Lemonia 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Consuming alcohol with Lemonia 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy Warning:
Lemonia 500mg 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Lemonia 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Lemonia 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Walton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
Salt Composition
Levofloxacin (500mg)