Levocetirizine is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Levocetirizine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Levocetirizine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levocetirizine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Levocetirizine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Levocetirizine's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Levocetirizine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levocetirizine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Levocetirizine have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levocetirizine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levocetirizine 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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Is the use of Levocetirizine safe for pregnant women?
Levocetirizine is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Levocetirizine safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Levocetirizine for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levocetirizine on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levocetirizine on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levocetirizine on the Liver?
Using Levocetirizine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levocetirizine on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levocetirizine for the heart.
Levocetirizine 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 Levocetirizine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocetirizine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levocetirizine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levocetirizine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levocetirizine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levocetirizine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levocetirizine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levocetirizine
You can take Levocetirizine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocetirizine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Levocetirizine as it can have severe side effects.
Levocetirizine 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.
Yes, Levocetirizine 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.
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken at any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Levocetirizine to prevent accidents and injuries.
Yes, Levocetirizine can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Levocetirizine 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.
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