Teczine 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Teczine 5 MG Description

Teczine tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used to treat and provide symptomatic relief from allergic conditions. Various allergic symptoms are running nose, cold, rashes, insect bites, etc. It contains levocetirizine as an active ingredient.

Teczine 5mg tablet should not be used in children below 6 years of age. To gain optimal benefits from Teczine 5, it is advised to take it as prescribed by your doctor. You can take Teczine with or without meals. Levocetirizine is the active ingredient in Levocet tablet, Levosiz tablet, Levocetirizine tablet, Xyzal tablet and Okacet L tablet.

Some of the side effects of Teczine tablets are headache, dry mouth and drowsiness. In case you experience any discomfort or too many side effects while using Teczine 5, contact your doctor immediately. Before starting the treatment with Teczine 5, discuss about all existing medications, supplements and disease conditions with your treating doctor.

Product Summary

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Contains	Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Allergic Rhinitis and skin allergy
Side effects	Sleepiness, headache, dry mouth, fatigue
Therapy	ANTI-ALLERGIC

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Teczine 5 MG

Teczine tablet is used for the treatment of symptoms of allergy such as running nose, watery eyes associated with allergic rhinitis and rashes, red bumps and itching on the skin associated with chroni...

Contraindications of Teczine 5 MG

If you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine, similar medicinal products or any other ingredients of Teczine tablet.
If you have severe kidney-related disorders.

Side effects of Teczine 5 MG

Headache
Dry mouth
Fatigue
Sleepiness

Precautions and Warnings of Teczine 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Teczine tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information regarding the safety of Teczine tablets in pregnant women. Hence, it is better to avoid Teczine tablets during pregnancy unless specified by your physician. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Teczine tablet while breastfeeding?

A small and occasional dose of levocetirizine is probably acceptable if you are breastfeeding but larger doses or more prolonged use may lead to cause drowsiness and other effects in the infant or decrease the milk supply. Consult with your doctor before consuming Teczine tablet.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Teczine tablet?

Caution is advised as taking Teczine tablet may lead to drowsiness, tiredness and exhaustion. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Teczine tablet?

Avoid drinking alcohol as it may cause an additional reduction in alertness and impairment of performance.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

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Directions for Use of Teczine 5 MG

A Teczine tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It can be taken with or without food.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.

Storage and disposal of Teczine 5 MG

Store Teczine tablet at room temperature, away from heat and moisture.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Quick Tips of Teczine 5 MG

Teczine tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used to treat and provide symptomatic relief from allergic conditions.
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Because this tablet may cause sleepiness, your doctor may advise you to t...
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Before beginning this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, as well as your complete medical history. Also, tell the doctor about any other m...
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Do not drink alcohol while taking Teczine, as it may increase drowsiness.
This medicine may cause drowsiness, so it is best to avoid operating heavy machinery or driving while taking it.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine, similar medicinal products, or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Teczine tablets should not be given to children under the age of six.

Dosage of Teczine 5 MG

Overdose

Overdose symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, rash or severe allergic reactions. If this happens to you, inform your doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose as early as you remember. Skip the missed dose and avoid taking extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action of Teczine 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Teczine tablet contains a medicine called Levocetirizine. It acts by blocking a substance in the body called histamine. Histamine is responsible for all allergy-related symptoms such as cold, running ...

Interactions of Teczine 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Teczine tablet works and Teczine itself can affect the action of other medicines.
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take Teczine tablet and fexofenadine together?

A: The doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are getting treated for a severe itchy rash. Do not take two antihistamines together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Q: How long does it take for Teczine to work?

A: You can see the improvement approximately within an hour of taking Teczine tablet. However, it varies among individuals depending on their metabolism and physiological nature.

Q: Does Teczine tablet make you tired and drowsy?

A: Yes, Teczine 5 can make you tired, sleepy and weak. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience these symptoms, it is advised to avoid driving and operating heavy machines.

Q: For how long should I continue taking Teczine tablets?

A: The duration of the medicine depends upon the condition for which you are taking Teczine 5mg tablet. If you are taking this medicine for an insect bite, you may have a shorter duration. You may have to take this medicine for a longer duration if you are using it to treat symptoms of chronic urticaria or chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose). You can take this medicine for as long as your doctor has advised you depending upon the severity of the allergy. Do not take it for more than the prescribed duration.

Q: Can I take Teczine for cold?

A: You can take Teczine for cold, only if prescribed by the doctor. Because cold could be due to various reasons. After proper diagnosis, only the doctor will prescribe you the medicine.

Q: Can Teczine be taken in the morning?

A: You can take this medicine as needed or told by the doctor. However, it should preferably be taken in the evening.

Q: Is Teczine an antibiotic?

A: No, Teczine is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergic medicine.

Q: Can Teczine 5mg tablet make me sleepy?

A: Medicine along with the desired effect has side effects as well, but not everyone gets affected. Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of the Teczine 5 tablet. If the drowsiness starts hampering your daily life, consult your doctor who might suggest another anti-allergic medicine that does not cause sleepiness.

Q: Is Teczine used for eczema?

A: Teczine 5 tablet can be used to provide symptomatic relief from symptoms of eczema such as itching, redness, rashes, inflammation, swelling of the skin, etc.

Q: Are levocetirizine and Teczine same?

A: Yes, Teczine contains levocetirizine as its active component, which is an anti-allergic medicine. It acts by blocking a substance in the body called histamine, which is responsible for allergic reactions.

Q: Why Teczine is prescribed?

A: Teczine tablet is an anti-allergic medicine that is prescribed to provide symptomatic relief from allergic conditions such as running nose, cold, rashes, insect bites, etc.

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