Minolast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Minolast has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Minolast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Minolast are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Minolast 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, Minolast's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Minolast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Minolast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Minolast may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Minolast is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Minolast is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Minolast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minolast. If you are pregnant, do not take Minolast without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Minolast safe during breastfeeding?
Minolast may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Minolast on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Minolast will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Minolast on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Minolast on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Minolast 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 Minolast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minolast habit forming or addictive?
Minolast is not addictive in nature.
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 Minolast can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Minolast only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Minolast in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Minolast
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Minolast and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minolast
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Minolast.
No, Minolast is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Yes, Minolast can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Minolast 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.
Take Minolast as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Minolast 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.
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