Levocetirizine 5mg Tablet
Brand Name : FURTAZINE 5MG
Levocetirizine 5mg Tablet
Indication
Levocetirizine is indicated for the treatment of mild allergy symptoms and a perennial allergy that occurs in patients having sensitivity to dust, cockroaches, and the hair of pets. It is also prescribed for patients having symptoms of urticaria Levocetirizine is primarily used to treat various allergic conditions, including hay fever (allergic rhinitis), hives (urticaria), and other allergic skin disorders. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. The tablets are available in different strengths, typically 5 mg or 10 mg, and are taken orally with or without food. The recommended dosage may vary depending on the age, condition being treated, and individual response. It’s important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare professional or the information on the product label.
Benefits
Some potential benefits of taking Levocetirizine Tablets IP may include:
- Reducing sneezing, runny nose, and other allergy symptoms
- Improving sleep by reducing nighttime allergy symptoms
- Improving the overall quality of life by reducing the impact of allergies on daily activities
Administration of Dosage
Levocetirizine is to be taken by mouth and can be taken with or without food. It is taken once every day preferably in the evening. The normal dose of Levocetirizine is 5 mg. The exact dosage depends upon age, disease, and severity of symptoms. The medicine is to be taken as per the advice of the doctor.MISSED DOSEAs applies to other medicines, the principle of missed dose for Levocetirizine is equally applicable and if you forget to take medicine at the scheduled time, take the same immediately and skip the same if it is near the time of the next scheduled dose. Don’t take a double dose in any case.
Side Effect
- Intoxication,
- Dry Mouth
- Fever
- Cough
- Tiredness
- Difficult urination
Precautions and & Disclaimer
If you are sensitive to cetirizine, or hydroxyzine, you must avoid taking Levocetirizine. Make your doctor aware before taking this medicine, in case you are suffering from an enlarged prostate or any kidney disease. A pregnant or breastfeeding woman must inform her doctor about the same.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What are the advantages of levocetirizine tablets?
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine primarily used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, hives, and sneezing.
Q2. How safe is levocetirizine?
Generally, it is observed that the Levocetirizine tablet doesn’t cause any major side effects. However, drowsiness is a common side effect experienced by adults and children
Q3. When can I stop taking levocetirizine?
you should stop taking levocetirizine once your symptoms have eased or as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
Q4. What is the risk of levocetrizine?
Although levocetrizine is safe and effective to use, drowsiness, tiredness, and dry mouth may occur in a few people.
Q5. What is the precaution of levocetirizine?
As this medicine makes you tired or drowsy. So, it is highly advised to do not to drive or perform any activity that could be dangerous.
Description
FURTAZINE 5MG: Levocetirizine 5 mg Tablet is available in the strength of 5 mg and is used by General practitioners and dermatologists. It is available under the brand name FURTAZINE 5MG. Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used alone or in combination with other drugs.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride is an anti-allergic compound that prevents histamine, a chemical to ease the patient from the symptoms of runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. It is helpful to relieve the symptoms associated with itching & hives.
Benefits
Some potential benefits of taking Levocetirizine Tablets IP may include:- Reducing sneezing, runny nose, and other allergy symptoms
- Improving sleep by reducing nighttime allergy symptoms
- Improving the overall quality of life by reducing the impact of allergies on daily activities
Indication
Levocetirizine is indicated for the treatment of mild allergy symptoms and a perennial allergy that occurs in patients having sensitivity to dust, cockroaches, and the hair of pets. It is also prescribed for patients having symptoms of urticaria Levocetirizine is primarily used to treat various allergic conditions, including hay fever (allergic rhinitis), hives (urticaria), and other allergic skin disorders. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. The tablets are available in different strengths, typically 5 mg or 10 mg, and are taken orally with or without food. The recommended dosage may vary depending on the age, condition being treated, and individual response. It's important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare professional or the information on the product label.Side Effect
- Intoxication,
- Dry Mouth
- Fever
- Cough
- Tiredness
- Difficult urination
Administration of Dosage
Levocetirizine is to be taken by mouth and can be taken with or without food. It is taken once every day preferably in the evening. The normal dose of Levocetirizine is 5 mg. The exact dosage depends upon age, disease, and severity of symptoms. The medicine is to be taken as per the advice of the doctor.MISSED DOSEAs applies to other medicines, the principle of missed dose for Levocetirizine is equally applicable and if you forget to take medicine at the scheduled time, take the same immediately and skip the same if it is near the time of the next scheduled dose. Don’t take a double dose in any case.Precautions and & Disclaimer
If you are sensitive to cetirizine, or hydroxyzine, you must avoid taking Levocetirizine. Make your doctor aware before taking this medicine, in case you are suffering from an enlarged prostate or any kidney disease. A pregnant or breastfeeding woman must inform her doctor about the same.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What are the advantages of levocetirizine tablets?Levocetirizine is an antihistamine primarily used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, hives, and sneezing.
Q2. How safe is levocetirizine?Generally, it is observed that the Levocetirizine tablet doesn't cause any major side effects. However, drowsiness is a common side effect experienced by adults and children
Q3. When can I stop taking levocetirizine?you should stop taking levocetirizine once your symptoms have eased or as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
Q4. What is the risk of levocetrizine?Although levocetrizine is safe and effective to use, drowsiness, tiredness, and dry mouth may occur in a few people.
Q5. What is the precaution of levocetirizine?As this medicine makes you tired or drowsy. So, it is highly advised to do not to drive or perform any activity that could be dangerous.
