Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets Description

Levocet D Tablet is an anti-allergic medicine, used to provide relief from various allergic conditions such as a runny or blocked nose, watery eyes, fever, rash, sinus, common cold. Levocet D Tablet

contains levocetirizine and phenylephrine as its active ingredients. This medicine acts by inhibiting the release of a chemical substance, histamine is known to cause allergic condition and also constrict the blood vessels within the nose. Do not take this medicine with other nasal decongestant and with medicine for high blood pressure, mental illness and heart problems. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor for the exact prescribed duration. Sometimes this medicine can cause drowsiness, sleepiness, a dry mouth. However, these side effects get resolved on their own.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹55.94
You Save	₹0.56 (1% on MRP)
Contains	Phenylephrine(10.0 Mg) + Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Allergic condition
Side effects	Drowsiness, dry mouth, abdominal pain, nausea
Therapy	COUGH COLD PREPARATION

Check more medicines with composition as Phenylephrine(10.0 Mg) + Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg)

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Levocet D Tablet is used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, watering from eyes, throat irritation/pain and a stuffy nose.

Contraindications of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

If you are allergic to phenylephrine, levocetirizine or any other ingredients of Levocet D Tablet.
If you have severe kidney failure (kidneys not able to work properly).
If you are taking medicines or took monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the last 14 days.
If you have high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism or an enlarged prostate gland.

Side effects of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Sleepiness
Weakness
A dry mouth
Fever
Abdominal pain
Increased blood pressure
Nausea
Vomiting

Precautions and Warnings of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Levocet D Tablet during pregnancy?

It is recommended not to take Levocet D Tablet, unless it is advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Levocet D Tablet while breastfeeding?

Levocet D Tablet may pass into the breastmilk and could produce undesirable effects on a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before using it while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Levocet D Tablet?

If you may experience blurring of vision and drowsiness after taking Levocet D Tablet, then avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Levocet D Tablet?

No, Levocet D Tablet produces drowsiness as a side effect so if you use it along with alcohol, it may exaggerate the drowsiness and also increase the chances of liver damage.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have heart problems or aneurysms (weakness and bulging of the wall of the artery).
You have high blood pressure.
You have diabetes mellitus or any of its complications.
You have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes).
You have inflammation of the liver (hepatitis) or pancreas (pancreatitis).
You have liver disease.

Mode of Action of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

How Does It Work?

Histamine is one of the main chemicals which gets released in the body and produces allergic symptoms. Levocetirizine blocks the effect of histamine and improves the symptoms related to allergy, like ...
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Phenylephrine being a decongestant medicine constricts the blood vessels of the nose and throat and helps in relieving redness, throat pain and stuffiness.
A combination of these medicine controls the symptoms related to allergic rhinitis.

Directions for Use of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Levocet D Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by yo...

Interactions of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Concomitant use of Levocet D Tablet and MAO inhibitors such as selegiline, rasagiline used for mental illness can cause a life-threatening condition that can occur rapidly, thus should be avoided.
Other sympathomimetic or decongestant medicines should not be used together with this medicine, as they increase the chances of heart-related side effects.
The use of digoxin and other medicines used in heart problems increases the risk of irregular heartbeats and heart attack when used together with Levocet D Tablet.
Concomitant use of Levocet D Tablet and ergot alkaloids used in migraine, increases the chances of sudden increases in blood pressure. Hence, they should be avoided.
Some medicines can affect the way Levocet D Tablet works or Levocet D Tablet 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 interactions.

Storage and disposal of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Store it at below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after its expiry date.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Dosage of Levocet D Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

Overdose

An overdose may also produce symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, dilatation of pupils, vomiting, sleepiness, abnormal heart rhythms. If you think you have taken too ...

Missed a Dose

If you missed taking any dose of this medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can Levocet D Tablet be taken continuously?

A: You should take Levocet D Tablet for the prescribed duration, as advised by your doctor.

Q: Can we use Levocet D Tablet in elder individuals?

A: Elder patients are more prone to side effects. Conditions like glaucoma, prostate problem, liver and kidney diseases are more prevalent in the elder population, which can aggravate the side effects of Levocet D Tablet. Thus, you should always consult a doctor before using it in elder patients.

Q: Can Levocet D Tablet make you sleepy?

A: Medicines along with desired effects possess side effects as well, but not everyone gets affected. Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of Levocet D Tablet. If the drowsiness starts hampering your daily life, consult your doctor who might suggest other anti-allergic medicines which do not cause sleepiness.

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Product Details

Brand

LEVOCET

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

29/04/2026

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