Livarc-OZ Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Pinarc Life Sciences
Active Ingredient Levofloxacin (250mg) + Ornidazole (500mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating4.6
User Reviews474

FAQ

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What if I don't get better after using Livarc-OZ?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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Can I stop taking Livarc-OZ when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Livarc-OZ and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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What if I miss my dose?
Take Livarc-OZ as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
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What if you forget to take Livarc-OZ?
If you miss a dose of Livarc-OZ, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Livarc-OZ Tablet Reviews

Livarc-OZ is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection. It also relieves the painful symptoms of the infection.

Livarc-OZ is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better, which will ensure a better recovery.

Livarc-OZ may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition.

How Livarc-OZ Tablet Works

Livarc-OZ is a combination of two antibiotics: Levofloxacin and Ornidazole. Levofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Ornidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

How to Use Livarc-OZ Tablet

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. Livarc-OZ is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Livarc-OZ Tablet

  • In Diarrhea: Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Livarc-OZ helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
  • In Dysentery: Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Livarc-OZ helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Uses of Livarc-OZ Tablet

  • Dysentery
  • Diarrhea

Livarc-OZ Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Livarc-OZ is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Livarc-OZ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Livarc-OZ 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.
Driving  UNSAFE
Livarc-OZ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Livarc-OZ during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Livarc-OZ.
Liver  CAUTION
Livarc-OZ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Livarc-OZ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.
  • Do not use Livarc-OZ if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
  • Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Livarc-OZ as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.

References

  1. Levofloxacin. Puerto Rico: Janssen Ortho LLC; 1996 [revised Sep. 2008].
  2. ScienceDirect. Ornidazole.
  3. Ornidazole. Auckland, New Zealand: Teva Pharma (New Zealand) Limited; 2017.

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