LESTAR AM TAB

Overview

LESTAR AM TAB is a Schedule H drug.

LESTAR AM TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (325.0 MG), AMBROXOL (60.0 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (5.0 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (2.5 MG)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.
Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives.It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

Usage

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

LEVOCETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Allergy, Pediatric Urticaria, Urticaria
LEVOCETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Itching, Nose Itching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

LESTAR AM TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for LESTAR AM TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.
Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine.
  • You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
  • Use the medicine exactly as directed.
  • Do not give a child more than the prescribed dose of this medicine.
  • Levocetirizine is usually taken in the evening, with or without food.
  • Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
  • Do not take two doses at one time.
  • Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how levocetirizine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
  • Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
  • Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria, or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes
LEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Diarrhoea, Urinary Retention, Nosebleeds, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Weight Gain, Constipation, Head Headache, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Body Pain, Ears Pain, Nasal Congestion, Hoarse Voice, Loss Of Voice, Ears Swelling, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands

Serious Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, Cough

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LEVOCETIRIZINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
  • DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
  • VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LESTAR AM TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ACOLATE P PLUS TABINR 43 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
LESTAR AM TABINR 73.03 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
WIFI TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

1 AL TOTAL SUSPINR 52.75 for 60 ML SUSPENSIONPARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
1 AL TOTAL TABINR 42.25 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
ACOLATE PLUS TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
ALDAY COLD TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
CETRIL D TABINR 36.16 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
CHESTON COLD TOTAL NF TABINR 66.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
CRF X TABINR 69 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
CUFLIFT TABINR 40 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG
HISTACARE SUSPINR 35 for 60 ML SUSPENSIONPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG
HISTACARE TABINR 50 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
KOFF GO PLUS TABINR 39.6 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
LCZ PLUS TABINR 52.8 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500 MG, AMBROXOL 60 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
LEVOCETIRIZINE 5MG + PHENYLEPHRINE 5MG + AMBROXOL 30MG + PARACETAMOL 325MG TABINR 8.4 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
LEVOTIZ PLUS SYPINR 58.19 for 1 SYRUPPARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
LEVOTIZ PLUS TABINR 59 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325 MG, AMBROXOL 30 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2 MG
LIT AP TABINR 49.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 350.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
NASO CZ TABINR 42 for 10 TABLETSAMBROXOL , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , LEVOCETIRIZINE