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Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsLevocetirizine
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is an antihistamine medicine used widely to relieve allergic symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, redness of the nose, watery eyes, itching, rash and hives. It stops the action of a natural substance called histamine produced in your body during an allergic reaction. Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is generally safe to use. However, it may cause some side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, and tiredness. These symptoms are mild and go away with time. It is recommended to take Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup in the evening. The dose and duration will depend on the condition it is being taken for. Do not increase the dose or take this medicine more often than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement in your symptoms after the treatment. Before taking Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup, tell your doctor if you have any medical condition like liver, kidney or heart disease. Your doctor should also be aware of any other medications that you are taking because many of them may reduce or alter the efficacy of this medicine. If you are pregnant or nursing, you should consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup

Cerzin L 2.5 MG Syrup
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Elriz 2.5 MG Syrup
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.
Glenzal 2.5 MG Syrup
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Xyzal 2.5 MG Syrup
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Zipcet 2.5 MG Syrup
Zydus Cadila

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup

Sleepiness

Headache

Blurred vision

Dry mouth

Diarrhoea

Nausea or Vomiting

Body aches or Pain

Sore throat

Difficulty in passing urine

Nose bleed

Weight gain

Uses of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

Allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis, often known as hay fever, is a common disease that arises as a result of the body's response to external factors such as allergens. The body's defence system (immune system) produces a response by releasing antibodies to the allergens or foreign substances. Allergens are usually harmless and may cause a minimal allergic response in your body. Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is used to relieve allergic symptoms or responses produced in your body due to allergic rhinitis.

Urticaria

Urticaria or hives are itchy rashes that are found on the skin. It is triggered by an allergic reaction to food, medicines (like some antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines such as aspirin, high blood pressure medicines such as captopril) or other irritants in the environment. Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is used to treat symptoms of urticaria like itchy skin, swelling. redness, etc.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup can be observed within an hour of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup may last for about 1 to 2 days.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    You should avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup because it may increase the risk of dizziness, drowsiness and difficulty concentrating.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat allergic symptoms. It is not known to cause any harm to your foetus. However, you should only use it on your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup can pass into breast milk. Hence, you should only use this medication if your doctor recommends it. Prolonged use or treatment with a higher dose may cause drowsiness and other side effects in your baby, as well as a reduction in milk supply.

Allergy

Avoid Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup if you are allergic to it. Seek an immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Kidney Disease

Do not take Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup if you have severe kidney disease (creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min). This medicine is excreted out from your body through kidneys, and impaired kidney functions may lead to side effects.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat allergic symptoms. It is not known to cause any harm to your foetus. However, you should only use it on your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup can pass into breast milk. Hence, you should only use this medication if your doctor recommends it. Prolonged use or treatment with a higher dose may cause drowsiness and other side effects in your baby, as well as a reduction in milk supply.

General warnings

Driving or operating machinery

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup may cause dizziness, sleepiness, or difficulty in concentrating. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.

Use in elderly

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. A proper dose adjustment may be required.

Urinary retention

Urinary retention is a condition where you cannot empty all the urine from the bladder (the organ in which urine is stored). Discontinue the use of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup if you experience difficulty in urinating.

Seizures

If you are at risk or experience seizures/fits, consult your doctor before taking Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup. This medicine may aggravate seizures, thus can worsen your condition.

Infants

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup is not recommended for use in infants younger than 6 months of age. The safety and effectiveness of this medicine are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

If you forgot to take the dose of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup at a given time, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

You should avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup because it may increase the risk of dizziness, drowsiness and difficulty concentrating.

Interaction with Medicine

Alprazolam

Codeine

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup with or without food preferably in the evening. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Stop taking Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup at least three days before an allergy test, because it may affect the findings.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works

Levocad 2.5 MG Syrup works by stopping the action of a natural substance produced in your body called histamine which is responsible for causing allergic symptoms.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antihistamines

Schedule

Schedule H

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