Encet L Benefits & Uses

Encet L is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Common Cold

Other Benefits

Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)

Encet L Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening

Encet L Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Encet L is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Anaphylactic reaction
Visual Disturbance

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Drowsiness
Diarrhoea
Nasal congestion
Cough
Fatigue
Pharyngitis
Agitation
Infection
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Encet L Related Warnings

Is the use of Encet L safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Encet L without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Encet L safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Encet L as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Encet L on the Kidneys?

Encet L has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Encet L on the Liver?

Encet L is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Encet L on the Heart?

Encet L is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Encet L with Other Drugs

Encet L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Codeine

Caffeine

Guaifenesin

Gabapentin

Encet L Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Encet L unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Encet L

Is this Encet L habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Encet L.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Encet L you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Encet L is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Encet L cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Encet L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Encet L

Taking Encet L with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Encet L

Consuming Encet L with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xyzal® (levocetirizine dihydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,167