Levosiz 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Levosiz 5 MG Description
Levosiz 5 tablet is an antiallergic medicine. It is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergy or allergic rhinitis. Levosiz is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by skin allergy or urticaria (hives) and insect bites. It reduces the symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, rashes and redness. This tablet contains levocetirizine as an active ingredient. It works by blocking the action of a chemical called histamine, which is produced during allergic reactions and causes allergic symptoms. This medicine can make you drowsy and sleepy. Thus, it is advised to take it before bedtime. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor for the exact prescribed duration. Levosiz-5 tablet should not be used by children below 6 years of age.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹18.40 |
You Save | ₹1.60 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Allergic condition |
Side effects | Sleepy, Dry mouth, Headache, Fatigue |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
Uses of Levosiz 5 MG
Contraindications of Levosiz 5 MG
- If you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine or any other component of Levosiz-5 tablet.
- If you have severe kidney failure.
Side effects of Levosiz 5 MG
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
Precautions and Warnings of Levosiz 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have urine retention problem.
- You have a history of fits.
- You had an allergic reaction after taking this medicine.
- Levosiz-5 tablet should not used by children below 6 years of age.
Directions for Use of Levosiz 5 MG
Storage and disposal of Levosiz 5 MG
- Store Levosiz-5 tablet in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of Levosiz 5 MG
- Levosiz 5 tablet is an antiallergic medicine. It is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies or allergic rhinitis.
- It is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by skin allergy or urticaria (hives) and insect bites.
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Levosiz 5 may cause sleepiness, your doctor may advise you to take it at bedtime.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness, so it is best to avoid operating heavy machinery or driving while taking it, and do not drink alcohol as well while taking it as it may increase drowsiness.
- Before beginning the Levosiz 5 tablet, 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....
- 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.
Dosage of Levosiz 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Levosiz 5 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Levosiz 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Levosiz-5 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- The effect of Levosiz-5 tablet is increased with theophylline (used for treating asthma and COPD) and ritonavir (used for AIDS).
- Discuss with your doctor any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take a vaccine while taking the Levosiz-5 tablet?
Q: Can Levosiz-5 tablet be given to children?
Q: Does Levosiz-5 tablet have to be taken at a specific time of the day?
Q: Is Levosiz-5 tablet used in combination therapy?
Q: Is Levosiz-5 tablet used for allergy?
Q: Can Levosiz-5 be used during pregnancy?
Q: Is Levosiz-5 tablet an antibiotic?
Q: Can Levosiz tablet make you sleepy?
Q: When should I take Levosiz tablets?
Q: What is Levosiz tablet for?
References
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 21 March 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 21 March 2022]
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 21 March 2022]
- LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE tablet, coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 21 March 2022]
- Levocetirizine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2021 [cited 21 March 2022]
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