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Levocloperastine

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Molecule Description

Levocloperastine is used to treat non-productive cough, also known as dry cough without sputum. Levocloperastine to the antitussive class of medicine. It suppresses the cough by reducing the activity of the cough centre in the brain. Levocloperastine is available in the form of syrup, suspension.

Uses

Levocloperastine is used in the treatment of non-productive cough.

Contraindications

When should one not use Levocloperastine

  • If you are allergic to levocloperastine or similar medicines
  • If you are a pregnant woman

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Levocloperastine is not recommended for use during pregnancy, thus consult a doctor before using it.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor before taking levocloperastine while breastfeeding as limited information is available about its safety in lactating mothers.

Driving

Driving

Levocloperastine may make you feel dizzy or drowsy, thus you need to be cautious while driving.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Do not consume alcohol with levocloperastine as it may lead to undesired effects.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have problems with your heart like high blood pressure
  • You have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
  • You have an overactive thyroid
  • You have seizures or fits
  • You are allergic to any other medicine
  • Levocloperastine should not be used for children below 8 years of age

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Levocloperastine acts on the cough centre in the brain, thus reducing their activity by suppressing the cough.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way levocloperastine works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Levocloperastine is used for the treatment of non-productive cough (dry cough without sputum).

Levocloperastine is available in the form of syrup, suspension.

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