L Hist 5mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
L Hist 5 MG Description
L-Hist tablet is an antiallergy medication that relieves symptoms of allergies such as the common cold, allergic rhinitis (runny nose), urticaria, bug bites, and hives. The active ingredient in L-Hist tablet is levocetirizine.
Allergic symptoms occur when the body produces a substance called histamine. L-Hist tablet works by inhibiting the effects of histamine. If you are allergic to levocetirizine, do not take this medication. It's important to avoid driving and using machinery while taking L-Hist tablet, as it can reduce your alertness.
Common side effects of this medication may include drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, fever, cough, nasopharyngitis, and nosebleeds. These side effects are typically mild and should diminish within a few days as your body gets used to the medication. If any of these side effects persist or become concerning, it's important to consult your doctor.
Before using this medication, it's vital to consult your doctor if you have kidney problems or epilepsy. Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage or consider alternative medications in such cases. It's also important to inform your doctor about any other medications you are currently taking, as there may be interactions with this medication.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it's advisable to consult your doctor before taking this medication, even though it is not known to be harmful in these situations.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹74.80 |
You Save | ₹13.20 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Allergic rhinitis and skin allergy |
Side effects | Tiredness, headache, sleepiness, drowsiness, dizziness |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
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Uses of L Hist 5 MG
- L Hist Tablet is used to treat allergic symptoms such as common cold, allergic rhinitis (running nose), urticaria, insect bite and hives.
- It is also used to relieve symptoms of allergy due to dust and pet allergies.
Contraindications of L Hist 5 MG
- If you are allergic to levocetirizine or any other ingredients of L Hist Tablet.
- If you have any liver disease.
Side effects of L Hist 5 MG
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Somnolence (excessive sleepiness)
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Increased heart rate
- Palpitations
- Fits
- Altered sense of taste
- Visual disturbances
Precautions and Warnings of L Hist 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have kidney problems or urinary retention problems, your doctor may suggest lowering the dose of this medicine.
- You are suffering from fits (epilepsy).
- You may experience certain skin reactions like swelling, itching and redness immediately after you stop taking this medicine.
- You are going to take an allergic skin test, as it may interfere with the diagnosis.
Directions for Use of L Hist 5 MG
- Take L Hist Tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Storage and disposal of L Hist 5 MG
- Store L Hist Tablet at room temperature and away from excessive heat and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of L Hist 5 MG
- L Hist tablet may cause sleepiness, your doctor may advise you to take it at bedtime.
- This medicine should not be used by children below 6 years of age.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine or any other component of this medicine.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication because it may cause sleepiness. Stop taking L Hist Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test, as it may influence the findings.
Dosage of L Hist 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of L Hist 5 MG
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Interactions of L Hist 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way L Hist Tablet 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.
- Medications that may interact with L Hist Tablet are theophylline (used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and ritonavir (used to treat HIV).
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does L Hist Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Q: Can I stop taking L Hist Tablet if symptoms of allergy go away?
Q: Is L Hist an antibiotic?
References
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 06 December 2022]
- Levocetirizine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 06 December 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 06 December 2022]
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