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Teczine M is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. Teczine M also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Teczine M. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Teczine M also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Teczine M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Teczine M is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Teczine M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Teczine M related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Teczine M since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Teczine M with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Teczine M is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Teczine M 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Teczine M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Teczine M. If you are pregnant, do not take Teczine M without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Teczine M safe during breastfeeding?
Teczine M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Teczine M on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Teczine M for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Teczine M on the Liver?
Side effects of Teczine M on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Teczine M on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Teczine M on the heart, information on safety of Teczine M for the heart is unavailable.
Teczine M 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 Teczine M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Teczine M habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Teczine M.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Teczine M can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Teczine M should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Teczine M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Teczine M
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Teczine M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Teczine M
Information about the interaction of Teczine M and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Take Teczine M as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Although, Teczine M is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
Teczine M 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.
No, taking Teczine M does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Teczine M.
Yes, Teczine M can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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