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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA
Other Info - LEV0009

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FAQs

Levocet-D+ Tablet contains Levocetirizine and Phenylephrine. Levocetirizine is an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, provides relief from congestion and decreases mucus production.

Levocet-D+ Tablet should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Levocet-D+ Tablet and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

You are not recommended to take Levocet-D+ Tablet with alprazolam as it may increase adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please consult a doctor before taking Levocet-D+ Tablet with other medicines.

Yes, Levocet-D+ Tablet may cause drowsiness in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Levocet-D+ Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

You are recommended to limit the intake or avoid caffeine with Levocet-D+ Tablet such as chocolate and caffeine-containing foods such as cocoa beans and tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects.

You are recommended to take Levocet-D+ Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, you are advised not to take Levocet-D+ Tablet for more than 1 week and if the symptoms persist or worsens, please consult your doctor.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Levocet-D+ Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Levocet-D+ Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Levocet-D+ Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

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Avoid consumption of alcohol with Levocet-D+ Tablet as it may reduce alertness and increase adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Levocet-D+ Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Levocet-D+ Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Levocet-D+ Tablet is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Levocet-D+ Tablet may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Levocet-D+ Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Levocet-D+ Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Patients with severe kidney function impairment should avoid taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

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Children

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Levocet-D+ Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About Levocet-D+ Tablet

Levocet-D+ Tablet belongs to the class of medications called 'anti-allergic primarily used to treat allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. Levocet-D+ Tablet is also used to treat a blocked nose due to cold or hay fever. An allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen, or pet dander.

Levocet-D+ Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Levocetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Levocetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, provides relief from congestion and decreases mucus production.

Take Levocet-D+ Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Levocet-D+ Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience headache, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, or tiredness in some cases. Most of these side effects of Levocet-D+ Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Levocet-D+ Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Levocet-D+ Tablet . Levocet-D+ Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Do not take Levocet-D+ Tablet if you have severe kidney failure. If you have fits, high blood pressure, diabetes, overactive thyroid, glaucoma, kidney, liver, or prostate problems, Raynaud’s disease (a problem that causes cold feet and hands), difficulty in emptying the bladder, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), heart or circulatory problems, inform your doctor before taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

Uses of Levocet-D+ Tablet

Allergic symptoms

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Medicinal Benefits

Levocet-D+ Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Levocetirizine and Phenylephrine used to treat allergic symptoms. Levocetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine belongs to the class of decongestants that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, provides relief from nasal/airways congestion and decreases mucus production.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Levocet-D+ Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Tiredness

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Levocet-D+ Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Levocet-D+ Tablet . Levocet-D+ Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid using Levocet-D+ Tablet if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Do not take Levocet-D+ Tablet if you have severe kidney failure. If you have fits, high blood pressure, diabetes, overactive thyroid, glaucoma, kidney, liver, or prostate problems, Raynaud’s disease (a problem that causes cold feet and hands), difficulty in emptying the bladder, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), heart or circulatory problems, inform your doctor before taking Levocet-D+ Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Taking Furazolidone with Levocet D+tab 10's *** can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Levocet D+tab 10's *** is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Levocet D+tab 10's *** only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Levocet D+tab 10's *** together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Levocet D+tab 10's *** is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Taking Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Levocet D+tab 10's *** leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Levocet D+tab 10's *** can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Levocet D+tab 10's *** is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Levocet D+tab 10's *** and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
LevocetirizineEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Using esketamine together with Levocet D+tab 10's *** may increase side effects (drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Esketamine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Imipramine with Levocet D+tab 10's *** together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Imipramine and Levocet D+tab 10's *** together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. It is advised to maintain your blood pressure. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Topiramate can cause increased body temperature and decreased sweating, and these effects may be worsened when combined with medications like Levocet D+tab 10's ***.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Levocet D+tab 10's *** and Topiramate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrinePhenelzine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Levocet D+tab 10's *** with Phenelzine can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Levocet D+tab 10's *** and Phenelzine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, If you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethysergide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levocet D+tab 10's ***:
Taking Levocet D+tab 10's *** and Methysergide together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure, stomach problems, and gangrene (death of tissues, usually in the arm or leg, that may require surgical treatment).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Levocet D+tab 10's *** and Methysergide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe headache, irregular heartbeat, breathing difficulties, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult the doctor immediately.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • AMPHETAMINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • METHYLPHENIDATE
  • RITONAVIR
  • THEOPHYLLINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking Levocet-D+ Tablet , especially if you have diabetes as it may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Add ginger to foods or tea as it contains some anti-inflammatory compounds that can relax membranes in the airways and reduce cough, irritation and swelling in nasal passages.
  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drink liquids at room temperature to get relief from a runny nose, cough, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

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