Zivokast L: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zivokast L Benefits & Uses

Zivokast L is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Asthma

Zivokast L 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

Zivokast L Related Warnings

Is the use of Zivokast L safe for pregnant women?

Zivokast L shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Zivokast L safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Zivokast L may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Zivokast L should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Zivokast L on the Kidneys?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Zivokast L on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Zivokast L on the liver, information on safety of Zivokast L for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zivokast L on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Zivokast L on the heart, information on safety of Zivokast L for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Zivokast L with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Zivokast L Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zivokast L

Is this Zivokast L habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zivokast L has not been reported.

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 Zivokast L can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zivokast L only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Zivokast L in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zivokast L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zivokast L

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Zivokast L with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zivokast L

Information about the interaction of Zivokast L and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zivokast L

Question over 5 years ago

How does Zivokast L work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Zivokast L works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).

Question about 5 years ago

Is Zivokast L 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, Zivokast L 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Zivokast L?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Zivokast L 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 over 4 years ago

Does Zivokast L cause weight gain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Zivokast L does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Zivokast L.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Zivokast L 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, Zivokast L 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.