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Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet

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Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is a product of Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Levocetirizine (5mg) + Pseudoephedrine (120mg)

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All Details About Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet

Description:

Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are headache, dryness in mouth, nausea, vomiting, restlessness, and tiredness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Earlier taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses:

  • Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Laveta D

  • Headache
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Restlessness
  • Fatiguedness
  • Sleepiness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

What is Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet used for?

Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy or watery eyes, and sinus pressure caused by hay fever or allergic rhinitis.

Who should avoid taking Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet?

People with high blood pressure, heart disease, severe coronary artery disease, glaucoma, urinary retention, or those who have recently used MAO inhibitors should avoid taking Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet.

Can Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet cause drowsiness or other side effects?

Affirmative. Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet can cause drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, increased heart rate, insomnia, or restlessness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Is Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet safe for children?

Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet is generally not recommended for children under 12 years due to the pseudoephedrine content present in Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet. Forever follow your doctor’s advice regarding pediatric use.

When should I contact my doctor while using Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet?

While you are taking Laveta D 5mg/120mg Tablet, if your symptoms worsen, do not improve after a week, or if you experience severe side effects like chest pain, fast heartbeat, or severe headache, seek medical help promptly.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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