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Fitin Benefits & Uses

Fitin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Common Cold

Other Benefits

Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Itching

Fitin 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: Allergy 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: Allergy 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: Allergy 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

Fitin Related Warnings

Is the use of Fitin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Fitin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Fitin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Fitin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Fitin on the Kidneys?

Fitin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fitin on the Liver?

Fitin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fitin on the Heart?

You can take Fitin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fitin with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Fitin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Fitin

Is this Fitin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Fitin has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fitin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Fitin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fitin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fitin

You can take Fitin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fitin

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fitin

Question over 4 years ago

Does Fitin cause weight gain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Fitin does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Fitin.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Fitin?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Fitin is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Fitin a pain-killer?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Fitin is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.

Question almost 5 years ago

When to take Fitin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Fitin is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Fitin work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Fitin works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).