Leozin Tablets 5mg 10s

What it is used for: Allergy.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: Levocetirizine is an anti-allergic agent. It is used to treat symptoms associated with allergic conditions, such as: – hay fever – year round allergies such as dust or pet allergies – chronic allergic rhinitis (including persistent allergic rhinitis) – nettle rash (urticaria) .

How it works: Levocetirizine works by blocking the release of a chemical called histamine from the cells in your body. This helps relieve symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, runny nose, and red, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps relieve itching caused by hives.

Active ingredient: Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride.

Reported side effects: Allergic reaction like swelling of the mouth, face and/or throat or swallowing difficulties together with hives (angioedema), breathing difficulties or a sudden fall in blood pressure leading to collapse or shock, which may be fatal , Seizures , Recurring thoughts of, or preoccupation with, suicide , Dry mouth , Headache , Tiredness , Somnolence/downiness , Exhaustion , Abdominal pain , Aggression , Agitation , Visual disturbances , Palpitations , Nausea , Diarrhoea , Inflammation of the liver , Pruritus (itchiness) .

Known drug interactions: Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines .

Adults : 5mg daily. Children : Under 2 yr, not recommended, 2-6yr, 1.25mg twice daily , 6-18yr, 5mg once daily. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for dose adjustment.

Active ingredient: Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride. Labelled strength: 5mg.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Leozin Pharma (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: Switzerland.