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Longcet Benefits & Uses

Longcet 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

Longcet 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

Longcet Related Warnings

Is the use of Longcet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Longcet in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Longcet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Longcet on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Longcet on the Kidneys?

Longcet rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Longcet on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Longcet on the Heart?

Longcet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Longcet with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Longcet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Longcet

Is this Longcet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Longcet .

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 Longcet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Longcet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Longcet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Longcet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Longcet

Taking Longcet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Longcet

Taking alcohol with Longcet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Longcet

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Longcet ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Longcet can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Longcet a pain-killer?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Longcet is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Longcet 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, Longcet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Longcet ?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Longcet 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 over 4 years ago

Does Longcet cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, taking Longcet 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.