Levo Hist Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Levo Hist Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

Uses of Levo Hist Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Levo Hist Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Levo Hist Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Levo Hist Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Levo Hist Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Levo Hist

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Vomiting
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Levo Hist Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levo Hist Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Levo Hist Tablet works

Levo Hist Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Levo Hist Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Levo Hist Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Levo Hist Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of Levo Hist Tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Driving

UNSAFE

Levo Hist Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Levo Hist Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levo Hist Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Levo Hist Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Levo Hist Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Levo Hist Tablet is recommended.

What if you forget to take Levo Hist Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Levo Hist Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Levo Hist Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Levo Hist Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperazine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Levo Hist with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Patient concerns

I am eight months pregnant. I have cold last 2 days. Can i take medicine name LIV-CET-5 (LEVOCETIRIZINE) TABLETS. NOW I HAVE FEVER ALSO. Please suggest me.

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Yes you can take Levo cetrizine

Hypothyroidism Tsh level 6.930

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

Do total thyroid function test and usg neck. May have to take levo thyroxin tab

I have facing face allergic for a last year. Due to skin dryness cracks may occur on forehead and skin under eye. Experts says it is weather allergy and recommend medicien are 1 Hyroxyl 10 tab 2 Atarax 3 Any levo citrizen tab 4 Allegray tab 5 Steroid base skin cream But all are temporary treatment

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

Apply Cetaphil moisturising cream thrice daily for 3 weeks and use cetaphil cleansing lotion for sensitive skin.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

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FAQs

Q. Is Levo Hist Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?

No, Levo Hist Tablet is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication which is used to relieve the symptoms of allergy. It relieves runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander and mold. Additionally, it is helpful in treating symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.

Q. Does Levo Hist Tablet make you tired and drowsy?

Yes, Levo Hist Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy and weak. If you have these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Consult your doctor if not sure.

Q. How long does it take for Levo Hist Tablet to work?

Levo Hist Tablet starts working and showing improvement within an hour of taking it. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Q. Can I take Levo Hist Tablet and Fexofenadine together?

Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Levo Hist Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep.

Q. Is it safe to take Levo Hist Tablet for a long time?

Levo Hist Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Levo Hist Tablet for only as long as you need it.

Q. For how long should I continue Levo Hist Tablet?

The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. For instance, if you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. While, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Levo Hist Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Levo Hist Tablet

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