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Cetrizine or levocetrizine
I have problem of allergy itching and chronic urticaria . Could you please suggest which is more safe for long term use cetrizine or levocetrizine . Like which i can take for long years.
Please help doctor always prescibes me antihistamines
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.,
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Levocetrizine is better
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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this itching. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos
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Both are equally good
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Kindly do direct online consultations for definite treatment
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Levocetrizine is a better choice
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consult online
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Dr. S Deepika
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Chennai
Both are safe ..levocetrizine is better
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Dr. Vidhi S Chandibhamar
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4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Both are safe but Levocetrizine is better.
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Dr. Yashwant Singh
Dermatologist
31 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Recurrent urticaria and itching is some time external marker of internal disease Betty go for investigation to come to conclusion to know the cause . As for safety concern both new generation anti histamine are safe for prolong use . But my opinion get investigated
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Dr. Nishi Trivedi
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4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Both are extremely safe. Levocetrizine is a more efficient medicine. Urticaria is a chronic condition so medicine is required for long periods but not to worry, antihistamines are safe to be taken for a lifetime. There is research proving the same.
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