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levocetirizine

This medicine is used to treat seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, causing symptoms such as wheezing and runny nose. It is also used to treat idiopathic urticaria (skin condition causing round, red welts).

Contradications

The patients with severe renal (kidney) impairment, and sensitivity to hydroxyzine should avoid use of this medicine.

Side effects

The patients administered with this medicine may experience somnolence, dry mouth, fatigue, rhinitis (nose inflammation), abdominal pain, and pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx).

Expert Advice

Please avoid the consumption of alcohol during use of this medicine.
Take with or without meals.
For oral solutions, please measure carefully with a measuring device.

FAQs

What are the uses of Levocetirizine?

This medication is used for treating symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, itching, irritated nasal passageway, sneezing, watery eyes, etc. Please note that this medicine is not for treatment of serious allergies.

How to store Levocetirizine?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Will I see instant results?

It may take some time for the medicine to work effectively. Use it regularly and as prescribed by your healthcare provider for the best results.

What are the precautions for taking Levocetirizine?

• May make you dizzy so it is advised not to do any tasks that require alertness (e.g. driving) immediately after taking this medicine • Urination problems due to enlarged prostrate must be reported to health care provider before using this medicine • If you are using this medicine for treatment of hives, please get your hives examined first as they may due to a severe allergic reaction

Does Levocetirizine have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?

This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your healthcare provider before use. This medicine passes into breast-milk and effects are unknown. Consult your healthcare provider before use.