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

Respiz Benefits & Uses

Respiz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Asthma

Respiz 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 4 mg montelukast and 2.5 mg levocetirizine
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine

Respiz Related Warnings

Is the use of Respiz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Respiz. If you are pregnant, do not take Respiz without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Respiz safe during breastfeeding?

Respiz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Respiz on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Respiz for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Respiz on the Liver?

Information about safety of Respiz for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Respiz on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Respiz on heart. So it is not known whether taking Respiz will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Respiz with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Respiz Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Respiz

Is this Respiz habit forming or addictive?

Respiz does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Respiz only as per medical advice.

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

Respiz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Respiz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Respiz

There is no information on the effects of taking Respiz with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Respiz

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Respiz with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Respiz

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Respiz a decongestant?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Respiz on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Discontinuation of Respiz on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Respiz?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Respiz 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Respiz a pain-killer?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Respiz 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.