Levocet-Natrapharm

Levocet-Natrapharm

levocetirizine

Manufacturer:

Natrapharm

Distributor:

Natrapharm
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Levocetirizine diHCl
Indications/Uses
Treatment of allergic rhinitis & chronic idiopathic urticaria.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult & childn ≥12 yr 2.5 mg or 5 mg once daily in the evening.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to cetirizine. Patients w/ end-stage renal disease (CrCl <10 mL/min) or undergoing hemodialysis.
Special Precautions
Renal impairment. Monitor renal function periodically. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <6 yr. Elderly ≥65 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Somnolence; nasopharyngitis, fatigue, dry mouth, pharyngitis; pyrexia, cough, epistaxis.
Drug Interactions
CNS depressants eg, alcohol; ritonavir; theophylline.
MIMS Class
Antihistamines & Antiallergics
ATC Classification
R06AE09 - levocetirizine ; Belongs to the class of piperazine derivatives used as systemic antihistamines.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Levocet-Natrapharm FC tab 5 mg
Packing/Price
30's (P560.85/box)
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