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Levocet Tablet

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1 Strip = 10 tablet
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Hetero Drugs lLtd

SALT COMPOSITION
Levocetirizine (5mg)
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Description

Overview

INTRODUCTION

Levocet Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Levocet Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

USES OF LEVOCET TABLET

  • Allergic conditions

SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVOCET TABLET

Common
  • Sleepiness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Dryness in mouth

HOW TO COPE WITH SIDE EFFECTS?

The occurrence of side effects varies from person to person. The following are a few ways of dealing with some of the common side effects. However, consult your doctor if these persist.

  • Coping with Headache
    Make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Rest in a quiet, dimly lit room. Do not sleep more than you normally would. Do not strain your eyes (for example by looking at a screen). Do not drink alcohol. Headaches are usually temporary and usually go away with time. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller if they last longer than a week or get worse.

HOW TO USE LEVOCET TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levocet Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW LEVOCET TABLET WORKS

Levocet Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

SAFETY ADVICE

warnings

Alcohol

UNSAFE
Levocet Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
warnings

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocet Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
warnings

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocet Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of Levocet Tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply
warnings

Driving

UNSAFE
Levocet Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
warnings

Kidney

CAUTION
Levocet Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levocet Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Levocet Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
warnings

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocet Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Levocet Tablet is recommended.

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