Lecet Am Information
Lecet Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Other than this, Lecet Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lecet Am 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Lecet Am also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. While these are the most often observed Lecet Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lecet Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Lecet Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lecet Am related warnings talks about Lecet Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lecet Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lecet Am in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lecet Am are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Lecet Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lecet Am is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lecet Am Benefits & Uses
Lecet Am is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Cough
- Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Lecet Am 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Lecet Am Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lecet Am is used -
Severe
- Angioedema
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
- Anaphylactic reaction
- Visual Disturbance
- Difficulty urinating
- Rash
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)
Common
Lecet Am Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lecet Am safe for pregnant women?
Lecet Am shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Lecet Am safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lecet Am may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lecet Am should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Kidneys?
Lecet Am may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Liver?
Lecet Am is rarely harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Lecet Am rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Lecet Am with Other Drugs
Lecet Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Lecet Am Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lecet Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Bladder Infection
- Bladder Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Frequently asked Questions about Lecet Am
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Is this Lecet Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lecet Am is addictive.
Lecet Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lecet Am
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lecet Am with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Lecet Am
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lecet Am and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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