Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol
About Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol is a respiratory medication used to treat common cold symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, nasal and sinus congestion, stuffy nose or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks.
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol consists of three medicines, namely: Levocetirizine, Pseudoephedrine, and Ambroxol. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of decongestant drugs that works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in your nose. This helps mucus and airflow more freely in the cavities in your nose (sinuses), helping you breathe more easily. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the course based on the severity of your infection. Do not stop taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol on your own until the doctor advised you to do so. Like every other medication, Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol also has common side effects like vomiting, dryness in the mouth, stomach upset, headache, sleepiness, restlessness, sleep disturbances and allergic reactions. These side effects, if occurred, generally go away during the treatment. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. It is mandatory to inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcer, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, diabetes and eye disorders like cataract and glaucoma before taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol while taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol, since it can worsen the side effects like dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or shakiness while using Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol. Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol should be used in children only when advised by the doctor.
Uses of Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol
Medicinal Benefits
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol is a combination of respiratory medication used to treat common cold symptoms. It consists of Levocetirizine (anti-histamine), Pseudoephedrine (decongestant) and Ambroxol (mucolytic agent). Levocetirizine is an anti-allergic drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Pseudoephedrine works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in your nose, this helps mucus and airflow more freely in the cavities in your nose (sinuses), helping you breathe more easily. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose.
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Side Effects of Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol
- Vomiting
- Dryness in the mouth
- Stomach upset
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Restlessness
- Sleep disturbances
- Allergic reactions
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus' affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than six years of age are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or exposed to allergens like dust, pollutants etc. Symptoms of a common cold might include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever and feeling unwell (malaise).
FAQs
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol consists of Levocetirizine, Pseudoephedrine and Ambroxol. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks/narrows the blood vessels in nasal passages and provides relief from nasal blockage. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol, please consult your doctor.
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol.
The pseudoephedrine in Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol may increase the blood sugar/blood glucose levels. You are advised to monitor your blood glucose levels while taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol regularly. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before consuming Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol.
Levocetirizine in Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol is contraindicated in patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Please consult your doctor before taking Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol in cases of renal impairment.
Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol is not recommended for use in patients with prostate enlargement, since Pseudoephedrine may cause or worsen urinary difficulty in patients with prostate enlargement. It is advised to consult your doctor before using Levocetirizine+pseudoephedrine+ambroxol.