Aricet L 5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aricet l 5mg tablet used for?
Aricet L 5mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine, an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, itching) and chronic urticaria (hives). It works by blocking histamine, a substance that causes allergic reactions. Take it as prescribed, usually once daily in the evening.
- Generic Name: Levocetirizine
- Manufacturer: Arion Healthcare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aricet l 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria, seasonal allergies.
Off-label uses: Atopic dermatitis, pruritus, eosinophilic esophagitis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Levocetirizine |
| Brand Name | Alergin L Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Arion Healthcare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist; inhibits histamine release from mast cells and basophils.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aricet l 5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aricet l 5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Somnolence
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Pharyngitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Severe hypotension
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatitis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Seizures
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased drowsiness |
| CNS Depressants | Moderate | Enhanced sedative effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
โก Moderate Interactions
- Ritonavir
- Theophylline
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Ketoconazole
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May potentiate CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to levocetirizine or any excipients; severe renal impairment (CrCl <10 mL/min).
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function in elderly or renally impaired; CNS effects (drowsiness).
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution in nursing mothers.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptoms: drowsiness, agitation, tachycardia. Treatment: supportive care; no specific antidote; consider gastric lavage if recent ingestion.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.