Description

L Cetriver 5mg Tablet

L Cetriver 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.

l cetriver 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.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. 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.

WHAT IS USED FOR?

It is used to treat symptoms associated with allergic conditions, such as:

Hay fever
Year-round allergies such as dust or pet allergies
Chronic nettle rash

BENEFITS OF TABLET

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

l cetriver 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, l cetriver 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 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

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Headache
Dryness in mouth

HOW TO USE 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. l cetriver tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW TABLET WORKS

l cetriver 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.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

l cetriver tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

l cetriver tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

l cetriver tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of l cetriver tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Driving

UNSAFE

l cetriver tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

l cetriver tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE L CETRIVER TABLET?

If you miss a dose of l cetriver tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking L CETRIVER, if you:

Are allergic to levocetirizine, any other related substance, or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Have epilepsy(fits)
Have kidney problem
Consume alcohol

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding you should contact your doctor before using this medicine

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take l cetriver tablet exactly as your doctor has told you
You should swallow the medicine whole with water
The usual dose for is one medicine daily
The duration of treatment depends on the type, duration and course of the complaints

If you take more L CETRIVER

If you have taken more l cetriver tablet than you should, you may experience the following symptoms: confusion, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, feeling unwell, dilation of the pupils, itching, restlessness, drowsiness, sleepiness, fast heartbeat, shaking and difficulty passing urine
Contact your doctor immediately

If you forget to take L CETRIVER

Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
Skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time

If you stop taking L CETRIVER

Do not stop this medicine unless told by your doctor

STORAGE:

Keep out of the reach of children
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)

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