Lcz 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Lcz 5 MG Description
Lcz 5mg tablet contains levocetirizine as its active ingredient. It is an anti-allergic medicine. Lcz 5 is used to treat allergic conditions such as a runny or blocked nose or the common cold. It acts by inhibiting the natural chemical substance histamine responsible for the allergic condition. Lcz 5mg tablet should not be used in children below 6 years of age. To gain optimal benefits from this medicine, it is advised to take it as prescribed by your doctor. You can take Lcz tablet with or without food. Before starting the treatment with Lcz 5 tablet, discuss about all the existing medical and medication history with your doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹29.49 |
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Contains | Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Allergic conditions |
Side effects | Sleepiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
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Uses of Lcz 5 MG
Contraindications of Lcz 5 MG
- If you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine or any other components of the Lcz 5mg tablet.
- If you have severe kidney failure.
Side effects of Lcz 5 MG
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
Precautions and Warnings of Lcz 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a urinary retention problem.
- You have a history of fits.
- You had an allergic reaction after taking this medicine.
- Lcz 5mg tablet should not be used in children below 6 years of age.
Directions for Use of Lcz 5 MG
Storage and disposal of Lcz 5 MG
- Store it in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Do not use the medicine after the expiry date.
Quick Tips of Lcz 5 MG
- Lcz tablet is an antiallergic medication. It is used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis and urticaria, such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, rashes, hives and redness....
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Because Lcz 5mg tablet may cause sleepiness, your doctor may advise you to take it at bedtime....
- Lcz 5 tablets should not be given to children under the age of six. You should exercise caution when driving after taking this medication because it may cause sleepiness and fatigue.
- 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 medications or supplements you use....
Dosage of Lcz 5 MG
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Interactions of Lcz 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- The effect of Lcz 5mg tablet is increased with theophylline (used for treating asthma and COPD) and ritonavir (used for AIDS).
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I discuss with the physician while using levocetirizine?
Q: When and how should I take Lcz 5mg tablet?
Q: What are the ideal storage conditions for this medicine?
Q: Can Lcz 5mg tablet make you sleepy?
Q: Is Lcz 5mg tablet effective?
Q: Can I take 2 doses of Lcz 5mg tablet?
Q: Is levocetirizine and LCZ same?
Q: Can I stop taking the LCZ if symptoms of allergy go away?
Q: How many Lcz can be taken in a day?
Q: What is the composition of Lcz tablet?
Q: Can I take the Lcz tablet in pregnancy?
Q: What are the side effects of the Lcz tablet?
Q: How long does Lcz take to work?
Q: What is the dose of Lcz tablet?
References
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE tablet, coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- Levocetirizine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
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