What is Levocetirizine: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Levocetirizine

• Tablet: Swallow it whole. If you need a lower dose, your doctor may tell you to break the tablet in half.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. This medicine is usually taken in the evening.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. This medicine is usually taken in the evening.

• Tablet: Swallow it whole. If you need a lower dose, your doctor may tell you to break the tablet in half.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

What to do if you miss a dose of Levocetirizine

Levocetirizine contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to levocetirizine or cetirizine, or if you have end-stage kidney disease or receiving hemodialysis treatment.

Levocetirizine warnings

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• This medicine may make you tired or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, spinal cord lesions, an enlarged prostate, or trouble urinating.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Levocetirizine interactions

• Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.

• Some medicines can affect how levocetirizine works. Tell your doctor if you are using ritonavir or theophylline.