Lecope 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Lecope 5 MG Description
Lecope 5 tablet is an anti-allergic medicine mainly containing levocetirizine as its active ingredient. It is used to get relief from various allergic conditions characterized by a runny or blocked n
ose, watery eyes, fever, rash, sinus, common cold. This desired effect is achieved by inhibiting the release of the chemical substance histamine, known to cause allergic conditions. Lecope 5 tablets should be consumed at a prescribed dose and duration by your doctor. Children below 6 years of age should not be given this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have any known medical condition and are on any treatment for the same.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹33.19 |
You Save | ₹2.89 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Allergic condition |
Side effects | Sleepy, dry mouth, headache, fatigue |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
Uses of Lecope 5 MG
Contraindications of Lecope 5 MG
- If you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine or any other components of Lecope 5 tablet.
- If you have severe kidney failure.
Side effects of Lecope 5 MG
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
Precautions and Warnings of Lecope 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a urine retention problem or have difficulty passing urine.
- You have a history of fits.
- You had an allergic reaction after taking this medicine.
- Lecope 5 tablet should not be used in children below 6 years of age.
Directions for Use of Lecope 5 MG
Storage and disposal of Lecope 5 MG
- Store Lecope 5 tablets in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Lecope 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Lecope 5 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Lecope 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Lecope 5 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.
- The effect of Lecope 5 tablet is increased with theophylline (used for treating asthma and COPD) and ritonavir (used for AIDS).
Content Details
Dr. Alok Nachane
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is it more effective to take Lecope 5 tablet after a meal?
Q: What complications can arise if an individual with a severe kidney condition takes Lecope 5 tablet?
Q: Does stopping Lecope 5 tablet before the prescribed tenure result in worsened conditions?
Q: What is the duration of the Lecope 5 tablet prescription?
Q: Can I take 2 doses of Lecope 5 tablet?
Q: Is the Lecope 5 tablet useful for cold?
Q: When should I take Lecope 5 tablet?
Q: Can I take paracetamol along with Lecope 5 tablet?
Q: What is the work of Lecope medicine?
Q: What is the composition of Lecope tablet?
References
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- CDSCO - Levocetrizine [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Xyzal tablet [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
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