Levosiz 5 Tablet (Levocetirizine 5mg)

Levosiz 5 Tablet

Levosiz 5 tablet is an antiallergic medicine. It is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergy or allergic rhinitis. It 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. Levosiz 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.

Uses of Levosiz 5 MG

Levosiz-5 tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as a runny or blocked nose, sinus, common cold, hives and rashes.

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

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
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.

Mode of Action of Levosiz 5 MG

How Does It Work?
Levosiz-5 tablet acts by blocking a natural substance in the body called histamine, responsible mainly for allergic conditions, thus helps to decrease allergic symptoms.

Directions for Use of Levosiz 5 MG

Levosiz-5 tablet should be taken orally with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.

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.

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.

Dosage of Levosiz 5 MG

Overdose
An excess of Levosiz-5 tablet may cause drowsiness. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of Levosiz-5 tablet then take it as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.