Lvcet 5mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 24 Sep 2024 | 01:07 AM (IST)

Lvcet 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

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General Information

Contains

Levocetirizine (5mg)

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Orison Pharmaceuticals

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Product introduction

Lvcet 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

Common side effects include somnolence (sleepiness), dry mouth, fatigue, fever, cough, nasopharyngitis, and nosebleed. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

Uses of Lvcet Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Lvcet Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions
Lvcet 5mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Lvcet 5mg Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Lvcet Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lvcet

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Sore throat
Fever
Cough
Nosebleeds

How to use Lvcet Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lvcet 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Lvcet Tablet works

Lvcet 5mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

All substitutes for Lvcet 5mg Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Lvcet 5mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Lvcet 5mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Lvcet 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lvcet 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lvcet 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of Lvcet 5mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Driving

UNSAFE

Lvcet 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Lvcet 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lvcet 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lvcet 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Lvcet 5mg Tablet is recommended.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Lvcet with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Sucralfate (oral)

Interaction between these drugs observed under oral administration. Mild Dizziness

Frequently asked questions

Is Lvcet 5mg Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?

No, Lvcet 5mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication which is used to relieve the symptoms of allergy. It relieves runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander and mold. Additionally, it is helpful in treating symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.

Does Lvcet 5mg Tablet make you tired and drowsy?

Yes, Lvcet 5mg Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy and weak. If you have these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Consult your doctor if not sure.

How long does it take for Lvcet 5mg Tablet to work?

Lvcet 5mg Tablet starts working and showing improvement within an hour of taking it. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Can I take Lvcet 5mg Tablet and Fexofenadine together?

Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Lvcet 5mg Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep.

Is it safe to take Lvcet 5mg Tablet for a long time?

Lvcet 5mg Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Lvcet 5mg Tablet for only as long as you need it.

For how long should I continue Lvcet 5mg Tablet?

The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. For instance, if you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. While, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Lvcet 5mg Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Lvcet 5mg Tablet

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperazine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

Total IgE

References

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Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

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Name: Orison Pharmaceuticals
Address: No-51, Industrial Estate, Ambala Cantt, Haryana, 133006, India

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Country of origin: India
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