The medicine "Levelaxon" refers to immunostimulating agents. The active ingredient contains a bacterial lysate lyophilized from 18 strains of Escherichia coli (Escherichia coli). Available in capsule form.
Description of the drug "Levelaxone". Instruction manual
The price of the medicine is from 1400 rubles. The medication is able to induce the formation of interferon (endogenous), stimulate T-lymphocytes. In the course of clinical studies, a decrease in the frequency of relapse of an infectious lesion of the genitourinary system was revealed.
What pathologies are prescribed?
The medication is indicated in combination therapy for the prevention of recurrent infections of the genitourinary system of the chronic course. A medication is recommended, in particular for cystitis, regardless of the type of pathogen. The drug is prescribed from the age of four in combination with antiseptics and antibiotics.
Dosage regimen
The drug "Levelaxon" instructions for use recommend taking on an empty stomach, a capsule per day. When conducting standard antimicrobial therapy, the medicine is taken until the symptoms disappear completely. The duration of treatment is at least ten days. The maximum duration of a therapeutic course is no more than three months. If a child has difficulty swallowing capsules, the contents can be mixed with liquid (juice, milk, etc.).
Contraindications
Means "Levelaxon" instructions for use are not recommended for intolerance. During pregnancy or when feeding, the feasibility of treatment is established by a specialist.
Side effects when taking the medicine
Medication "Levelaxone" (instructions for use warns about this) can cause minor disorders of the digestive system (diarrhea, vomiting, nausea), skin reactions (erythema, exanthema, itching). The latter are usually due to hypersensitivity to the components. Rarely, mild fever may occur. In practice, there is no description of overdose cases. Theoretically, side effects may worsen.
Additional information that contains the preparation "Levelaxon" instructions for use
The price of the drug is quite high, but the medicine can effectively cope with existing infections and prevent their recurrence. The tool is well tolerated. Subject to the dosing schedule, negative consequences practically do not arise. However, with the development of complications, treatment should be discontinued and a doctor should be visited. Children's therapy should be monitored by a pediatrician. The medicine is dispensed according to prescriptions. You should not independently change the dosage schedule of the drug in the absence of a therapeutic effect. Keep the product out of the reach of children. The temperature in this case is no more than 25 degrees. The medicine is approved for use within five years from the date of release. If necessary, treat the nursing patient with her should be informed of the likely need to stop lactation.