Levcet tablets are an antihistamine medication containing the active ingredient levocetirizine at a concentration of 5 mg in each orodispersible tablet. Levocetirizine is used to relieve symptoms associated with allergies such as chronic idiopathic urticaria (itchy skin rash) and allergic rhinitis (hay fever). These tablets work by blocking the effect of histamine, a chemical released by the body during allergic reactions that causes symptoms.
What are the ingredients in Levcet?
Levcet tablets contain the following active ingredient:
Levocetirizine dihydrochloride equivalent to 5 mg of levocetirizine.
The tablets also contain inactive ingredients to make the tablet dissolve in the mouth and have a pleasant flavor.
Indications for Use
Levcet tablets are used to relieve the symptoms associated with the following conditions:
Chronic idiopathic urticaria (HIV), which is characterized by a prolonged, itchy rash with no apparent cause.
Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, which causes symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy nose and eyes.
What is the dosage of Levcet?
Levcet tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor or pharmacist, or as directed by the package insert. The usual dose for adults and children over 12 years is one 5 mg tablet once daily. The tablet can be taken by placing it directly in the mouth, where it dissolves quickly without the need for water. For children 6 to 11 years of age, the dose may be half a tablet (2.5 mg) once daily. The prescribed dose should be adhered to and not exceeded.
What are the side effects of Levcet?
Levcet tablets may cause some side effects, including:
Drowsiness and fatigue. Dry mouth. Headache. Dizziness. Sore throat. Abdominal pain.
These side effects are usually mild and temporary. Drowsiness may be less severe with levocetirizine than with some other antihistamines. In rare cases, more serious side effects, such as allergic reactions, may occur. You should notify your doctor if you experience any severe, persistent, or unusual side effects.