L 5mg Tablet
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Introduction To L 5mg Tablet
L 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine, an antihistamine that treats various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, hives, itching and skin rashes. Your doctor may prescribe this medication for conditions such as hay fever, rhinitis, dermatitis, conjunctivitis and urticaria.
L 5mg Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. For optimum results, it is recommended to consume it daily at the same time, either before or after meals. Depending on the severity of your allergy, your doctor might adjust the doses. Take the medication at night to avoid getting sedated while you’re awake. To prevent adverse effects, take it precisely as per your prescription.
The common side effects of L 5mg Tablet include sleepiness, headache, fatigue, sore throat and dry mouth. They typically last for a short period and usually go away on their own. Contact your healthcare provider if the problems persist or worsen.
L 5mg Tablet may be contraindicated (unsafe) for people with a history of renal impairment, urinary tract obstruction, epilepsy, alcoholism and hypersensitivity to levocetirizine. Always let your doctor know of any health conditions you might have. Generally, this drug is considered safe for most people.
Uses of L 5mg Tablet
L 5mg Tablet is an anti-allergic medication used to relieve symptoms such as watery eyes, skin rashes, runny nose, itching and sneezing. It is prescribed for the following conditions:
How L 5mg Tablet works
L 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine, a low-sedating, long-acting H1-receptor antagonist. It works by blocking the effect of a chemical called histamine, which produces allergic reactions.
Histamine is part of the immune system that triggers the allergic response when something (an allergen) enters the body. All the coughing, sneezing, vomiting and runny nose that one might experience functions as a means of getting rid of this allergen from the body.
People with severe allergies experience symptoms due to these histamines' exaggerated function. The histamines bind with the H1 receptors and start the immune response to those allergens. That is why levocetirizine is prescribed in cases like this. It competitively inhibits/blocks the interaction of histamine with its H1 receptors.
Histamine causes the allergic reaction, and L 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine (an antihistamine) which stops histamines from working.
Dosage
Take L 5mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Never consume more than the prescribed daily dose. Swallow the tablet as a whole with plenty of water; do not chew or crush it. You can take this medicine before or after your meals. You may feel slightly sleepy after taking this medication, so it is recommended to take it at night time.
If you forget to take this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, ignore the one that you missed and continue with the next. To compensate for a missed dose, avoid taking twice the amount.
Taking more than the prescribed dose of this anti-allergic medicine may lead to worsening side effects like dizziness and sleepiness since levocetirizine is a mild sedative.
If you experience signs like extreme dizziness, difficulty in breathing and swelling of the face after taking this medicine, contact your doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.
Safety Advice
L 5mg Tablet may be contraindicated for people with a history of renal impairment, urinary tract obstruction, epilepsy, alcoholism and hypersensitivity to levocetirizine. Always let your doctor know of any health conditions you might have. Generally, this drug is considered safe for most people.
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Drug interactions
Drug-Food interaction
As this medication contains a mild sedative, it is recommended not to drink alcohol while taking this medicine. The common side effects like drowsiness or dizziness might be made worse.
Drug-Disease interaction
L 5mg Tablet may be contraindicated (unsafe) for people with a history of renal impairment, urinary tract obstruction, epilepsy, alcoholism and hypersensitivity to levocetirizine.
Drug-Drug interaction
Consult your doctor if you are currently taking the following medicines: antiviral drugs (ritonavir), central nervous system depressants (barbiturates), other antihistamines (diphenhydramine), partial opioid agonist (codeine), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (isocarboxazid), benzodiazepine (diazepam, alprazolam), serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor (duloxetine) and anticonvulsants (pregabalin).
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Ritonavir Barbiturates Diphenhydramine Codeine Isocarboxazid Diazepam Alprazolam Duloxetine Pregabalin
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is L 5mg Tablet used for?
L 5mg Tablet is used for treating allergies. It contains levocetirizine, which prevents allergic responses such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itching skin.
Q. Is L 5mg Tablet a sleeping pill?
L 5mg Tablet is not a sleep medicine. It is an antihistamine that is used for allergies. It is, however, a mild sedative as well, so you might feel sleepy after taking it.
Q. How long does it take for L 5mg Tablet to work?
L 5mg Tablet the onset of action is 1 hour; your allergic symptoms will reduce within the first hour of use. The effect of this medicine usually lasts 24 hours.
Q. Should I take L 5mg Tablet before or after food?
L 5mg Tablet can be taken before or after your meals. Take it at night time to avoid its sedative effect. For the best results, have it at the same time each day.
Q. Will L 5mg Tablet make you feel sleepy?
Yes, sleepiness is a common side effect of L 5mg Tablet. This antihistamine medicine contains levocetirizine, a mild sedative, so you might feel sleepy or drowsy after taking it.
Q. What is the difference between L 5mg Tablet and cetirizine?
L 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine, an antihistamine medication similar to cetirizine. However, levocetirizine has reduced sedation and a lower incidence of side effects than cetirizine.
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Dr Advikka Ridhy
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