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Levonair is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Levonair has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Levonair 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.
Common side effects of Levonair include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Levonair are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levonair is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Levonair's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levonair related warnings section.
Levonair is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Levonair have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levonair is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levonair 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levonair is used -
Common
Is the use of Levonair safe for pregnant women?
Levonair shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Levonair safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Levonair may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Levonair should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Levonair on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Levonair for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Levonair on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Levonair on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Levonair will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Levonair on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Levonair on the heart, information on safety of Levonair for the heart is unavailable.
Levonair 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 Levonair unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levonair habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levonair has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levonair you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levonair only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levonair in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levonair
There is no information on the effects of taking Levonair with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levonair
Information about the interaction of Levonair and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Although, Levonair 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.
Yes, Levonair can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
No, taking Levonair 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.
Levonair 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).
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 Levonair to prevent accidents and injuries.
This medicine data has been created by -
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