Levozal 100 Ml Syrup

Scientific Name

Levocetirizine 0.5 Mg/Ml Syrup

Category Of Levozal Syrup

Allergy & Cold Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Levocetirizine

H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.

Non sedative third generation

Therapeutic Indications Of Levozal Syrup

The relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis

The treatment of the uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria

Method Of Administration Of Levozal Syrup

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Shake well before uses

The average doses:

Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 5 mg (2 teaspoons [10 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening

Children 6 to 11 years of age: 2.5 mg (1 teaspoon [5 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening

Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.

If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.

Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Levozal Syrup

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

Somnolence

Nasopharyngitis

Fatigue

dry mouth

pharyngitis

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Levozal Syrup

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Allergy

Stay hydrated: Drink lots of water to thin mucus.

Inhale steam: Take a hot shower, or boil water and pour it into a bowl, face the bowl (stay at least 1 foot away), place a towel over the back of your head to form a tent, and inhale.

Use a humidifier, for example, Vicks Air Humidifier, to loosen mucus

Avoid inhaled irritants such as dust, perfumes, or pollutants. Wear face mask to reduce the exposure to the allergen

Sometimes smoke irritates your airways and causes inflammation that turns into bronchitis. Stopping smoking will help you to get rid of your cough.

Lozenges like Strepsils soothes an irritated throat

Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking Levozal Syrup

Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

If you suffer of bronchial asthma

If you have or have had a peptic ulcer

If you suffer from hypertension or any heart diseases

If you suffer from Hepatic disease

If you suffer from Renal impairment

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Levozal Syrup

Store below 25°c

Don’t refrigerate

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Store in the original package to protect from moisture.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.