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

Levolyte Information

Levolyte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Other than this, Levolyte has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Levolyte is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levolyte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Levolyte are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levolyte is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Levolyte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Levolyte have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Levolyte may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Levolyte Benefits & Uses

Levolyte 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

Levolyte 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

Levolyte Related Warnings

Is the use of Levolyte safe for pregnant women?

Levolyte is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Levolyte safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Levolyte on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Levolyte on the Liver?

Levolyte does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Levolyte on the Heart?

Using Levolyte does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levolyte with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Levolyte Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Levolyte

Is this Levolyte habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Levolyte has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levolyte can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Levolyte only as per medical advice.

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

No, Levolyte is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Levolyte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levolyte

It is safe to take Levolyte with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Levolyte

Consuming Levolyte with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Levolyte

Question over 4 years ago

Does Levolyte cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, taking Levolyte 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 5 years ago

How does Levolyte work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Levolyte works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).

Question over 4 years ago

Does Levolyte cause weight gain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Levolyte does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Levolyte.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Levolyte safe?

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

Yes, Levolyte is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Levolyte?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Levolyte 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.