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Lecy Benefits & Uses

Lecy 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

Lecy 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

Lecy Related Warnings

Is the use of Lecy safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lecy in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lecy safe during breastfeeding?

Lecy may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecy on the Kidneys?

Lecy rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecy on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Lecy on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lecy with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Lecy Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Lecy

Is this Lecy habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lecy has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lecy only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lecy for mental disorders.

No

Lecy Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lecy

Taking Lecy with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecy

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lecy

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lecy?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Lecy 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

Can I take Lecy with montelukast?

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

Yes, Lecy 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 almost 5 years ago

When to take Lecy?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Lecy 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 over 4 years ago

Does Lecy cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, taking Lecy does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Lecy cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Although, Lecy is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.