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Composition :

LEVOCETIRIZINE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dermonova Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Medicinal Benefits

Novosiz 5 mg Tablet is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.  Novosiz 5 mg Tablet is used to treat adults and children (aged two years and above) who have hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin). In short, it helps to relieve the discomfort and unpleasant symptoms that occur due to allergic conditions, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rashes.

About Novosiz 5 mg Tablet

Novosiz 5 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamine or anti-allergic. It contains levocetirizine, Novosiz 5 mg Tablet is an R-enantiomer of cetirizine primarily used to treat various kinds of allergies. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Novosiz 5 mg Tablet contains levocetirizine, a non-drowsy antihistamine. It's less likely to make you feel sleepy than some other antihistamines. However, some people still find it makes them feel quite sleepy, which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as histamine, which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. Novosiz 5 mg Tablet is widely used to treat hay fever (an allergy caused by pollen or dust), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), eczema (dermatitis), hives (red, raised patches or dots), reactions to insect bites and stings and some food allergies.

You can take Novosiz 5 mg Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, dry mouth, sickness, dizziness, stomach pain and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Novosiz 5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. levocetirizine

You should not take the Novosiz 5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to levocetirizine or have severe kidney failure (creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min), urinary retention problem, and fructose intolerance. Do not give this medicine to children younger than two years of age. Check with your doctor if you are taking midodrine to treat low blood pressure and ritonavir for HIV infection. Let your doctor know if you are a pregnant woman or a nursing mother before taking Novosiz 5 mg Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Novosiz 5 mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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How does the drug interact with Novosiz 5 mg Tablet:
Using esketamine together with Novosiz 5 mg Tablet may increase side effects (drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Novosiz 5 mg Tablet 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.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIHISTAMINE

FAQs

Novosiz 5 mg Tablet contains levocetirizine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.

Hay fever is an allergy caused due to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (running nose, watery eyes).

Depending upon the severity of allergic conditions due to allergens Novosiz 5 mg Tablet can be safely taken daily until you get complete relief and as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.

Novosiz 5 mg Tablet is an antihistamine providing instant relief from allergic conditions however, in some people it may cause sleepiness and induce some drowsiness in the day. Hence you are recommended to take it in the night time in case you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Novosiz 5 mg Tablet and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

You should not take Novosiz 5 mg Tablet if you have had an allergic reaction to Novosiz 5 mg Tablet , food additives containing E218 or E216, intolerant to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney failure, epilepsy (fits), difficulty in peeing. Tell your doctor that you are taking Novosiz 5 mg Tablet and have booked an allergy test as it might affect the diagnostic result.

No, Novosiz 5 mg Tablet should not be taken if you are intolerant to sugar; please contact your doctor before taking Novosiz 5 mg Tablet to avoid any unpleasant side effects.

You should not take Novosiz 5 mg Tablet if you have had an allergic reaction to Novosiz 5 mg Tablet , food additives containing E218 or E216, intolerant to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney failure, epilepsy (fits), difficulty in peeing. Tell your doctor that you are taking Novosiz 5 mg Tablet and have booked an allergy test as it might affect the diagnostic result.

Yes, you can take Novosiz 5 mg Tablet together with painkillers. However, it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor only.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

H No - 04 Sindudurga Chs Chaitanya Ngr Hare Krishna Road Powai, Mumbai - 400076 Maharashtra, India
Other Info - NOV0373

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