Leaflet LEVOCETIRIZINA SANDOZ 5mg film-coated tablets
Indicated for: allergic rhinitis; urticaria
Route of administration: oral
Substance: levocetirizine (antihistamine)
ATC: R06AE09 (Respiratory system | Antihistamines for systemic use | Piperazine derivatives)
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to treat allergy symptoms such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and chronic urticaria (itchy skin rashes). It is an active form of cetirizine, offering stronger and better-tolerated relief from allergic symptoms.
This medication works by blocking histamine receptors in the body, thereby reducing allergic reactions such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and watery eyes. It is effective for both seasonal and perennial allergies.
Levocetirizine is generally well-tolerated, but it may sometimes cause side effects such as drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, or headaches. It should be taken as prescribed by a doctor, and patients who drive or operate machinery should be cautious due to potential drowsiness.
General data about LEVOCETIRIZINA SANDOZ 5mg
- Substance: levocetirizine
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-06-2018
- Product code: W54237002
- Concentration: 5mg
- Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
- Quantity: 10
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for levocetirizine
Concentrations available for levocetirizine
- 0.5mg/ml
- 15mg
- 5mg
- 5mg/ml