Levocetirizine

If you are taking the over-the-counter product to self-treat, read and follow all directions on the product package before taking this This medication is taken by If you are using the liquid form of this medication, measure the dose carefully using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than directed. If your condition does not get better or if it gets worse, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. Drowsiness, tiredness, and If your doctor has directed you to use this Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: difficulty urinating, A very serious This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Before taking Before using this This drug may make you drowsy. Alcohol or Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have Before having surgery, tell your doctor or During pregnancy, this medication should be...

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives. Levocetirizine is used to treat symptoms of year-round (perennial) allergies in children who are at least 6 months old. Levocetirizine is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by chronic urticaria (hives) in adults and children who are at least 6 months old. Levocetirizine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine (Zyrtec). You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: • kidney disease; • liver disease; • urination problems (caused by conditions such as enlarged prostate or spinal cord lesion); or • gallbladder problems. Levocetirizine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine. Levocetirizine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 months old. Side Effects What are the side effects of Levocetirizine (Oral)? Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using levocetirizine and call your doctor at once if you have: • w...

Xyzal Generic name: LEE-voe-se-TIR-a-zeen] Drug class: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is Xyzal? Xyzal is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a Xyzal is used to treat symptoms of year-round (perennial) Xyzal is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by chronic Warnings Before taking Xyzal, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or gallbladder problems. It is very important not to give a child more than the prescribed dose of Xyzal. A child's body absorbs twice as much of the same dose size of levocetirizine as an adult's body. Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, if they get worse, or if you also have a fever. Related/similar drugs Before taking this medicine You should not use Xyzal if you are allergic to levocetirizine or You should not take Xyzal if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: • kidney disease; • liver disease; • urination problems (caused by conditions such as • gallbladder problems. Levocetirizine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should not breast-feed while u...

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: Less common • Fever • nosebleed Incidence not known • Anxiety • attack, assault, or force • bloody, cloudy, or dark urine • blurred or loss of vision • burning feeling while urinating • burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings • chills • clay-colored stools • confusion • cough • decrease in the frequency of urination • decrease in urine volume • deep or fast breathing with dizziness • diarrhea • difficult or labored breathing • difficulty in passing urine (dribbling) • difficulty with swallowing or speaking • discouragement • disturbed color perception • dizziness, fainting, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position • double vision • drooling • dry mouth • fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse • feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings • feeling sad or empty • fixed position of the eye • general tiredness and weakness • halos around lights • headache • hives or welts, itching, skin rash • inability to move the eyes • increased blinking or spasms of the eyelid • irritability • joint or muscle pain • lack of appetite • large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals • light-colored stools • loss of balance control • loss of interest or pleasure • muscle trembling, twitching, jerking, or stiffness • nausea • nervousness • night blindn...

Indications and Usage for Levocetirizine Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of the uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 6 years of age and older. Levocetirizine Dosage and Administration Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets are available as 5 mg breakable (scored) tablets, allowing for the administration of 2.5 mg, if needed. Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets can be taken without regard to food consumption. Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older The recommended dose of Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets is 5 mg (1 tablet) once daily in the evening. Some patients may be adequately controlled by 2.5 mg (1/2 tablet) once daily in the evening. Children 6 to 11 Years of Age The recommended dose of Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets is 2.5 mg (1/2 tablet) once daily in the evening. The 2.5 mg dose should not be exceeded because the systemic exposure with 5 mg is approximately twice that of adults [see Dose Adjustment for Renal and Hepatic Impairment In adults and children 12 years of age and older with: • Mild renal impairment (creatinine clearance [CL CR] = 50 to 80 mL/min): a dose of 2.5 mg once daily is recommended; • Moderate renal impairment (CL CR = 30 to 50 mL/min): a dose of 2.5 mg once every other day is recommended; • Severe renal impairment (CL CR = 10 to 30 mL/min): a dose of 2.5 mg twice weekly (admin...

Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. You may take this medicine with or without food. Measure the oral solution with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Swallow the tablet whole. If you need a lower dose, your doctor may tell you to break the tablet in half. Dosing The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. • For hay fever: • For oral dosage form (Children's Xyzal® Allergy 24HR solution): • Adults and children 12 years of age and older—5 or 10 milliliters (mL) once a day taken in the evening. Do not take more than 10 mL in 24 hours. • Children 6 to 11 years of age—5 mL once a day taken in the evening. Do not take more than 5 mL in 24 hours. • Children 2 to 5 years of age—2.5 mL once a day taken in the evening. Do not take more than 2.5 mL in 24 hours. • Children younger than 2 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. • For oral dosage form (levocetirizine dihydrochlor...

Levocetirizine Generic name: levocetirizine [ LEE-voe-se-TIR-a-zeen] Brand names: Dosage forms: oral solution, oral tablet Drug class: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is levocetirizine? Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that may be used to reduce allergy symptoms such as red, itchy, or watery eyes; a runny nose; sneezing; rashes; or reactions to insect bites or stings. Levocetirizine works by reducing the effects of a natural chemical in the body called histamine. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a Levocetirizine is used to treat symptoms of year-round (also called perennial) Levocetirizine is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by chronic (long-lasting) Levocetirizine was FDA approved in 2007. Warnings Follow all the directions on your levocetirizine label and package. Tell all your healthcare providers that you take levocetirizine. Before taking this medicine You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: • kidney disease; • liver disease; • urination problems (caused by conditions such as • gallbladder problems. Levocetirizine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or intending to become pregnant. You should not breast-feed while taking levocetirizine. Levo...