LEVOZET 5mg
| Package | Per tablet | Savings | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 tablets | $0.15 | $9 | $36 $27 |
| 150 tablets | $0.15 | $7 | $30 $23 |
| 120 tablets | $0.16 | $5 | $24 $19 |
| 90 tablets | $0.17 | $3 | $18 $15 |
| 60 tablets | $0.18 | $1 | $12 $11 |
| 30 tablets | $0.20 | – | $6 |
What is this medicine?
LEVOZET (Levocetirizine 5 mg) is an antihistamine. This medicine is used to relieve symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, and itchy or watery eyes. It is also used to treat chronic urticaria (hives).
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
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kidney disease
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liver disease
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epilepsy or history of seizures
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difficulty urinating (e.g., due to enlarged prostate)
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any chronic medical condition
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an unusual or allergic reaction to levocetirizine, cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. You may take it with or without food. Follow the directions on the label or as directed by your doctor. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take more than directed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
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alcohol
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sedatives or tranquilizers
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other medicines that make you drowsy (such as sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, anxiety medicine)
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theophylline (may slightly reduce the clearance of levocetirizine)
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
This medicine may cause drowsiness in some patients. Be cautious when driving, using machines, or performing any activity that requires alertness until you know how the medicine affects you.
Avoid alcoholic drinks while taking this medicine.
Contact your doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve.
Children and older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medicine, especially drowsiness.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
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allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, swelling of face, lips, or tongue)
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difficulty breathing or swallowing
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fast or irregular heartbeat
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severe drowsiness or fatigue
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agitation or restlessness (more common in children)
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yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
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dry mouth
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drowsiness or tiredness
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headache
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sore throat
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nausea
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constipation or stomach pain
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom.
Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.