Levocet M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup,Tablet. Levocet M also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Levocet M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Levocet M are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Levocet M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Levocet M's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Levocet M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levocet M related warnings section.
Levocet M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Levocet M may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levocet M is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levocet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levocet M is used -
Common
Is the use of Levocet M safe for pregnant women?
Levocet M shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Levocet M safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Levocet M. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Levocet M on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Levocet M on kidneys.
What is the effect of Levocet M on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Levocet M on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Levocet M on the Heart?
Side effects of Levocet M on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Levocet 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 Levocet M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocet M habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Levocet 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 Levocet M can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levocet M only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levocet M for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levocet M
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Levocet M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocet M
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Levocet M with alcohol will be.
Discontinuation of Levocet M on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Levocet M as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Levocet 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.
No, Levocet M is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Yes, Levocet M 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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