Lecenza: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lecenza Information

Lecenza is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Lecenza also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lecenza. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lecenza as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lecenza go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lecenza contraindications section.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lecenza is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Lecenza Benefits & Uses
Lecenza Dosage & How to Take
Lecenza Side Effects
Lecenza Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lecenza with Other Drugs
Lecenza Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lecenza
Lecenza Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lecenza Benefits & Uses

Lecenza 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

Lecenza 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

Lecenza Related Warnings

Is the use of Lecenza safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lecenza in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lecenza safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lecenza for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecenza on the Kidneys?

Lecenza rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecenza on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lecenza on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lecenza on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lecenza with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Lecenza Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Lecenza

Is this Lecenza habit forming or addictive?

Lecenza is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lecenza as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lecenza 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, the use of Lecenza in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lecenza Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lecenza

It is safe to take Lecenza with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecenza

Taking Lecenza with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lecenza

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lecenza with montelukast?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Lecenza can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lecenza on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Discontinuation of Lecenza on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Why should Lecenza be taken at night?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken at any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Lecenza to prevent accidents and injuries.

Question almost 5 years ago

When to take Lecenza?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Lecenza 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Lecenza a pain-killer?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Lecenza 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.