Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine
About
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine belongs to a class of medications called ‘Cough and cold preparations’ used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as the runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and blocked nose. The common cold is a respiratory illness of the nose and throat caused by ‘rhinoviruses’. Allergies are immune system reactions to foreign bodies or allergens such as certain foods, chemicals, pet dander or pollen.
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine contains Levocetirizine, Paracetamol, and Pseudoephedrine. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, or congestion. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever). It works by inhibiting prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that are responsible for pain and fever. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in the nose and congestion, thereby helping you breathe more easily.
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine are drowsiness, tiredness, sinus pain, ear infection, cough, fever, nosebleed, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, dry mouth, and weight gain. These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine if you are allergic to any contents of it. It should not be used in patients who are on dialysis, have end-stage kidney disease, or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (a type of antidepressant) in the past 14 days. It should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. Alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects. Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may cause drowsiness, so do not drive, or operate heavy machinery if you are drowsy.
Uses of Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine
Medicinal Benefits
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine can be effectively used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as the runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes. It helps to relieve congestion or blocked nose by loosening the mucus and decreasing the swelling of the blood vessels in the nose. This effect helps you breathe more easily. It can also reduce fever and body aches which are usually associated with cold.
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Storage
Side Effects of Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Sinus pain
- Ear infection
- Cough
- Fever
- Nosebleed
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Weight gain
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before taking Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine, inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, alcoholism, urination problems, gallbladder problems, heart disease, thyroid problems, and diabetes. Do not take Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine if you have taken medicines to treat depression in the past 14 days. Before taking Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine, inform your doctor if you are taking sleeping pills. Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine contains levocetirizine, paracetamol, and pseudoephedrine, which can be present in many cough and cold medicines, so check the label before using any medicine. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any difficulty in urinating as Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may cause urination problems.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may interact with antidepressants (selegiline, isocarboxazid, rasagiline, amitriptyline, nortriptyline, and tranylcypromine), opioid pain medicines (morphine and methadone), sleeping pills, medicines used to treat anxiety or fits, anti-HIV drug (ritonavir), a medicine used to treat respiratory problems (theophylline), medicines used to treat blood pressure, and beta-blockers (atenolol, carvedilol, metoprolol, and propranolol).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while using Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine as it may cause excessive drowsiness or dizziness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine should not be used in patients who are on dialysis or have end-stage kidney disease. It should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease, alcoholism, urination problems, gallbladder problems, heart disease, thyroid problems and diabetes.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may increase the risk of side-effects and worsen the condition.
Pregnancy
cautionIt is not known whether Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine can cause any harm to the unborn baby. So, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast Feeding
cautionLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may pass into breastmilk and cause harmful effects to the nursing baby. So, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
unsafeLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery unless you are fully alert.
Liver
cautionLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. So, please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Kidney
cautionLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine is not recommended for use in patients with end-stage kidney disease. In mild to moderate kidney diseases, it should be used with caution. So, please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Children
cautionLevocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor when used in children above 4 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
- The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
- To stay fit and safe, try to sleep at least 8 hours each night.
- It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
- Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
Special Advise
- Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may give false-positive results when you undergo urine glucose tests. So, it is advised to inform your doctor that you are taking this medicine before undergoing any laboratory tests.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’ affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected by having 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 are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust, etc. The common cold symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of bacterial infection.
Allergies: It occurs when foreign elements that cause allergy (allergens) attack and invade our body, causing the release of histamines. This chemical messenger 'histamines' causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose, throat, and watery eyes. Allergies generally occur due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc.
FAQs
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine contains Levocetirizine, Paracetamol, and Pseudoephedrine. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, or congestion. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever). It works by inhibiting prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that are responsible for pain and fever. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in the nose and congestion, thereby helping you breathe more easily.
The common side-effects of Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine are drowsiness, tiredness, sinus pain, ear infection, cough, fever, nosebleed, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, dry mouth, and weight gain. These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to stop Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine without consulting your doctor as abrupt stopping may cause recurrence of symptoms. So, complete the course of therapy as advised by the doctor and if you experience any difficulty while using this medicine, please consult your doctor.
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may alter blood sugar levels. So, let your doctor know that you have diabetes before taking this medicine.
Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine may cause false-positive results when urine glucose tests are done. So, inform your doctor that you are taking Levocetirizine+paracetamol+pseudoephedrine before undergoing any laboratory tests.
