Covel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Covel also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Covel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Covel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Covel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Covel is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Covel related warnings talks about Covel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Covel contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Covel have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Covel, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Covel 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Covel is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Covel safe for pregnant women?
Covel is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Covel safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Covel as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Covel on the Kidneys?
Covel has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Covel on the Liver?
Using Covel does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Covel on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Covel for the heart.
Covel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Covel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Covel habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Covel has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Covel. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Covel should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Covel is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Covel
Taking Covel with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Covel
Consuming Covel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Discontinuation of Covel on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Covel works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Absorption of Covel is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Covel 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.
Yes, Covel can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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