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Lency is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Other than this, Lency has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lency. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lency can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lency are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Lency's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lency's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Lency are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Lency have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lency, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lency 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 Lency is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lency safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Lency in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lency safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lency on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lency on the Kidneys?
Lency has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lency on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lency on the liver.
What is the effect of Lency on the Heart?
Lency is not harmful for the heart.
Lency 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 Lency unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lency habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lency is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lency. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lency should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lency is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lency
Taking Lency with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lency
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lency as it can have severe side effects.
Take Lency as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Lency 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.
Lency can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Yes, Lency can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
No, Lency is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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