Manufacturer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Levocetirizine(5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Levozet tablet is an antiallergic medicine used in allergic conditions such as common cold, allergic rhinitis (running nose), urticaria, insect bite and hives. It contains levocetirizine as its active medicine. Allergic symptoms appear due to the production of a chemical in the body, namely histamine. Levozet tablet works by blocking the actions of histamine. Do not use it if you are allergic to levocetirizine. Avoid driving and handling any machinery, as this medicine makes you less alert.
Histamine is a substance produced in our body in case of allergies and responsible for itching, runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes. Levozet tablet works by blocking the action of histamine and relieves allergy symptoms
Levocetirizine is rapidly and extensively absorbed following oral administration. In adults, peak plasma concentrations are achieved 0.9 hour after administration of the oral tablet. The accumulation ratio following daily oral administration is 1.12 with steady state achieved after 2 days.
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Limited information is available on the safety of Levozet tablet in pregnant women. Hence, it is better to avoid this medicine in pregnancy unless specified by your physician.
Avoid drinking alcohol as it may cause an additional reduction in alertness and impairment of performance.
Contents of Levozet tablet pass into breast milk; therefore, it is advised not to take this medicine while breastfeeding.
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Do not chew, crush or break it. Levozet 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Take the missed dose of Levozet tablet as early as you remember. Skip the missed dose and avoid taking extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.
Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, nausea, rash or severe allergic reactions. If this happens to you, inform your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Your doctor has prescribed Levozet 5mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Take Levozet tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Q: How long does it take for Levozet tablet to work?
A: You can see the improvement within an hour of taking Levozet tablet. However, it may take some time to notice the full benefits.
Q: Does Levozet tablet make you tired and drowsy?
A: Yes, Levozet tablet can make you tired, sleepy and weak.
Q: How long should I continue taking Levozet tablet?
A: The duration of the medicine depends upon the condition for which you are taking Levozet tablet. You may have to take this medicine for a longer duration if you are using it to treat symptoms of chronic urticaria or chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose). Consult with your doctor if you are not sure about the duration of using this medicine.
Q: Can I take Levozet tablet along with paracetamol?
A: Yes, Levozet tablet can be taken along with paracetamol as no interaction is found between these two. Consult your doctor before taking it.
