Lestar: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lestar Benefits & Uses

Lestar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Cough

Lestar Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (5 mg) Ambroxol (60 mg) Pseudoephedrine (30 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) Ambroxol (30 mg) Pseudoephedrine (60 mg)/Tablet, dose for 6- 11 years old
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (5 mg) Ambroxol (60 mg) Pseudoephedrine (30 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (5 mg) Ambroxol (60 mg) Pseudoephedrine (30 mg)/Tablet

Lestar Related Warnings

Is the use of Lestar safe for pregnant women?

Lestar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lestar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lestar safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lestar. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lestar on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lestar on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lestar on the Liver?

Lestar is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lestar on the Heart?

Lestar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lestar with Other Drugs

Lestar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Severe

Amoxicillin

Cefuroxime

Erythromycin

Selegiline

Ergotamine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Atropine

Atenolol

Amoxapine

Moderate

Codeine

Caffeine

Guaifenesin

Gabapentin

Clonazepam

Alprazolam

Rifampicin

Betahistine

Hyoscyamine

Caffeine

Acarbose

Lestar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lestar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lestar

Is this Lestar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lestar.

Lestar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lestar

It is safe to take Lestar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lestar

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lestar with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Lestar

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lestar with ambroxol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Lestar 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lestar safe?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Lestar is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lestar cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Lestar 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Lestar?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Lestar 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lestar without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Lestar is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.