Lency

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Lency Information

Lency is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Other than this, Lency has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lency. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lency can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lency are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Lency's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lency's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Drug interactions for Lency have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Lency, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Lency Benefits & Uses

Lency is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lency 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

Lency Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lency safe for pregnant women?


    Lency is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Lency safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Lency on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lency on the Kidneys?


    Lency rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lency on the Liver?


    Lency does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Lency on the Heart?


    Lency is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lency with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Moderate



Lency Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lency

  • Is this Lency habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Lency.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lency should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Lency is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Lency Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lency


    Taking Lency with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lency


    Taking alcohol with Lency can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Lency

Question about 5 years ago

Does Lency cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Lency can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lency with montelukast?

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

Yes, Lency 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 over 4 years ago

Does Lency cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, taking Lency 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 about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Discontinuation of Lency 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

When to take Lency?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Lency 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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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