LEVOCETIRIZIN AL 5 mg film-coated tablets, 50 pcs

LEVOCETIRIZIN AL 5 mg film-coated tablets

Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets is a medicine for the treatment of symptoms of allergic diseases such as hay fever, year-round allergic rhinitis and chronic hives.It is suitable for use in adults, adolescents and children aged 6 and over.The active ingredient is levocetirizine dihydrochloride.No prescription is required for this product.Contains lactose.

Area of application

Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets can relieve nasal and eye problems that occur with allergic rhinitis, as well as symptoms of chronic hives such as itching.

Mode of action

Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets is an anti-allergic or antihistamine.Antihistamines such as levocetirizine block the histamine receptor and thus prevent the development of typical allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose or itchy eyes.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Each film-coated tablet contains 5 mg levocetirizine dihydrochloride, equivalent to 4.2 mg levocetirizine.Other ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, 64 mg lactose-1-water, macrogol 400, magnesium stearate (vegetable) and titanium dioxide.

Contraindications

Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets should not be used if you are known to be hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, have kidney disease, have a tendency to seizures (e.g. epilepsy) or in infants and children under 6 years of age.

Dosage

The usual dose for adults and children aged 6 years and over is 1 film-coated tablet daily.The film-coated tablet should be swallowed whole with water or another liquid.

Intake

The film-coated tablets should be swallowed whole with water.It can be taken with or without meals.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.If you may not be able to empty your bladder completely, please ask your doctor for advice.If you plan to have an allergy test done, you should stop using it for several days.This medicine may affect the results of your allergy test.Its use is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.Be careful when driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine works for you.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Notes

You should be careful when taking Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets with alcohol.In sensitive patients, the effects of alcohol may be increased or different than expected.

Relief for allergy sufferers

Many people suffer from allergies.In an allergy, the immune system reacts to harmless substances such as plant pollen, food, pet hair or insect venom by releasing histamine.This leads to symptoms such as itching, burning in the eyes and nose, sneezing and skin reactions such as swelling, redness and itching.Even though most allergies are not dangerous, they should be taken seriously because harmless hay fever can turn into allergic asthma.Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets can help relieve these symptoms.

Low dosage

Levocetirizine is a molecular variant of the antihistamine cetirizine.It is the active (R) molecule variant of cetirizine and has twice the affinity for the H1 receptors compared to cetirizine.Therefore, half the dose of levocetirizine compared to cetirizine is needed to achieve a comparable anti-allergic effect.Levocetirizine can be used in children as young as 6 years old.

Allergies have many faces

It is important to know what triggers an allergy.A specialist can use a simple test to determine what the body is allergic to and whether there are cross allergies.Particularly severe reactions such as allergic shock can be triggered by insect venom, foods such as nuts, eggs, milk or certain medications.The most common symptoms include burning and itching in the eyes, nose, mouth and throat, swelling of the mucous membranes, tightness in the throat, and even dizziness and loss of consciousness.

Occupational allergies

Occupational allergies such as baker's asthma or hairdresser's eczema can be significant for many people.Many people have to regularly deal with highly allergenic substances in their job, which for some leads to giving up their job.

Also suitable for children aged 6 and over

It is difficult to keep children away from allergens such as house dust or pollen.Skin reactions from chronic hives also occur in children and require relief.Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets can be used in children from the age of 6 years.

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

How long can Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets be taken?The treating doctor decides on the duration and dose.The type, duration and course of the symptoms are taken into account.

Are Levocetirizine AL 5 mg film-coated tablets also suitable for children?Yes, children aged 6 and over can take the medication.

What else helps with severe itching?Just don't scratch or rub, as this will increase the itching.Consciously using a different object can help.Irritated skin needs care with ointments or creams without irritating ingredients.Cooling soothes the skin and relieves itching.