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Merlon Lc is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Merlon Lc has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Merlon Lc. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Merlon Lc include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Merlon Lc go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Merlon Lc's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Merlon Lc related warnings talks about Merlon Lc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Merlon Lc can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Merlon Lc in conditions like Liver Disease.
Additionally, Merlon Lc may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Merlon Lc is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merlon Lc is used -
Common
Is the use of Merlon Lc safe for pregnant women?
Merlon LC should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Merlon Lc safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Merlon LC. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Merlon Lc on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Merlon LC on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Merlon Lc on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Merlon LC on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Merlon Lc on the Heart?
Information about safety of Merlon LC for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Merlon Lc should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merlon Lc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merlon Lc habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Merlon Lc has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Merlon Lc, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merlon Lc can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Merlon Lc only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merlon Lc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Merlon Lc
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Merlon Lc and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merlon Lc
Information about the interaction of Merlon Lc and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Merlon LC 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.
Merlon LC 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.
Yes, Merlon LC 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.
Merlon LC is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken at any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Merlon LC to prevent accidents and injuries.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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