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
Common cold symptoms.
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
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, heart, liver, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcer, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, diabetes, cataracts, and glaucoma before taking LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL. Please consult your doctor before using LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or are a breastfeeding mother. Avoid consuming alcohol with LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. 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.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), antidepressants (duloxetine), cough suppressants (hydrocodone), anticonvulsants (pregabalin), antianxiety drug (alprazolam), central nervous system stimulants (dextroamphetamine, amphetamine), respiratory medicines (albuterol) and Vitamin C (ascorbic acid).
Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like dizziness, drowsiness and difficulty concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interaction: LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL should be administered with caution in patients with heart, liver, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcer, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, diabetes and eye disorders like cataract and glaucoma.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is advised to avoid consuming alcohol with LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness.
Pregnancy
cautionThere are limited studies on how LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited data on how LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionDo not drive or operate machinery if you experience sleepiness, dizziness and shakiness while using LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.
Liver
cautionLEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL.
Kidney
cautionLevocetirizine 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.
Children
cautionLEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL is not recommended for children less than two years of age. However, it can be given to the children above two years of age if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL.
- Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
- Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking.
- Drink warm fluids while you take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL to help loosen congestion.
- Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
- Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol with LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.
Special Advise
- Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while using LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL since decongestants like Pseudoephedrine can increase blood glucose levels.
- Consult your diabetologist if you have diabetes before using LEVOCETIRIZINE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE+AMBROXOL so that your insulin or other diabetic medication can be adjusted accordingly to maintain your blood sugar levels.
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).
