L Hist

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  • Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Levocetirizine (5 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

L Hist Information

L Hist is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of L Hist have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of L Hist is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, L Hist can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of L Hist are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that L Hist has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if L Hist has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the L Hist related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by L Hist are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, L Hist may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that L Hist is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.


L Hist Benefits & Uses

L Hist is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

L Hist 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

L Hist Side Effects

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

Severe

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

Moderate

Mild

L Hist Related Warnings

  • Is the use of L Hist safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take L Hist safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of L Hist safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of L Hist on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of L Hist on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of L Hist on the Liver?


    L Hist is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of L Hist on the Heart?


    L Hist is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of L Hist with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Moderate


L Hist Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about L Hist

  • Is this L Hist habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that L Hist is addictive.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking L Hist. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take L Hist only as per medical advice.

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


    No, L Hist is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

L Hist Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and L Hist


    It is safe to take L Hist with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and L Hist


    Consumption of alcohol and L Hist together may have severe effects on your health.

    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

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