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Airkast L is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Airkast L depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Airkast L is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Airkast L safe for pregnant women?
Airkast L shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Airkast L safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Airkast L may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Airkast L should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Airkast L on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Airkast L on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Airkast L on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Airkast L on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Airkast L will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Airkast L on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Airkast L on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Airkast L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Airkast L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Airkast L habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Airkast L.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Airkast L, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Airkast L can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Airkast L only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Airkast L is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Airkast L
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Airkast L and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Airkast L
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Airkast L and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Airkast L can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Take Airkast L as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Airkast L can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.
Discontinuation of Airkast L on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Airkast L is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
This medicine data has been created by -
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