Levowave
Levowave Products are primarily used for
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux), Irritable bowel syndrome, Heartburn
About Levowave Products
Uses of Levowave Products
Levosulpiride is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), irritable bowel syndrome, heartburn, schizophrenia and depression.
Levowave Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Levowave are Increased prolactin level in blood, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Weight gain, Akathisia (inability to stay still), Increased liver enzymes, Constipation, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sedation, Maculopapular rash.
How Levowave Products work
Levosulpiride is a atypical antipsychotic. It works by increasing the release of acetylcholine (a chemical messenger). This increases the movement of stomach and intestines, and prevents reflux (acid going up to the food pipe).
Patient Concerns about Levowave Products
Frequently asked questions about Levowave Products
Frequently asked questions about Levosulpiride
Q. What is Levowave Tablet used for?
Levowave Tablet is mainly used to treat gastric problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or indigestion. This medicine may be used sometimes to manage mental health conditions like depression or schizophrenia, depending on the dose.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Levowave Tablet?
Although rare, serious side effects of Levowave Tablet may include muscle stiffness or shaking, high fever (possible neuroleptic malignant syndrome), seizures, and abnormal heart rhythm. You should seek immediate help if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. Who should not take Levowave Tablet?
Individuals should not take Levowave Tablet if they are allergic to any ingredient present in Levowave Tablet, have epilepsy or seizures, have breast cancer or tumors dependent on prolactin, or have severe kidney or liver disease.
Q. Can I drive while taking Levowave Tablet?
You should avoid driving or using heavy machines if you feel drowsy, dizzy, or restless after taking Levowave Tablet, especially during the first few days.
Q. What precautions should I take while using Levowave Tablet?
While using Levowave Tablet, you should avoid alcohol, monitor for abnormal movements or hormone changes, take medicine at the same time daily, and do not stop suddenly without medical advice.
Q. Can Levowave Tablet affect my hormones?
Yes. Levowave Tablet may raise prolactin levels, which can cause symptoms like missed periods, milk discharge, or enlarged breasts in both men and women.
Q. Is levosulpiride safe?
Levosulpiride is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is levosulpiride an antidepressant?
No, it is used in the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, psychosis, dyspepsia
Q. What is levosulpiride?
Levosulpiride belong to class of medication called as atypical antipsychotics. It acts by decreasing the activity of dopamine in the brain
Q. What are its uses?
Levosulpiride is used in the treatment psychosis, depression, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome and dyspepsia
Q. Does levosulpiride cause erectile dysfunction?
No. patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding the possible side effects.
Q. Can I take Levowave Tablet with omeprazole?
Levowave Tablet can be safely taken with omeprazole as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Levowave Tablet works by increasing the gut motility and Omeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Products for Levowave
Levowave Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹67.5