Lit 300 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lit Information

Lit is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Secondary and off-label uses of Lit have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Lit is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lit have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lit normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Lit's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lit has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lit related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Lit have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Lit Benefits & Uses

Lit 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

Lit 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

Lit Related Warnings

Is the use of Lit safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Lit safely.

Safe
Is the use of Lit safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lit on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Lit on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Lit on the Liver?

Using Lit does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lit on the Heart?

Lit is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lit with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Lit Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Lit

Is this Lit habit forming or addictive?

Lit does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lit is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Lit cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lit

You can take Lit with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lit

Consumption of alcohol and Lit together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lit

Question almost 5 years ago

When to take Lit?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Lit 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 Lit a decongestant?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Lit is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lit With Paracetamol?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lit can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lit for cold?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lit can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lit 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, Lit 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.