Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Prescription Statistics
- 13 Available Alternatives for LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB
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Overview
LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB is a Schedule H drug.LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (325 MG), AMBROXOL (30 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (5 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (2 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.
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.
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.
Usage
PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: ArthritisPARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever
AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis
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
PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion
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?
LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for LEVOTIZ PLUS 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
Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
- 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.
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
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 EyesLEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation
Common Side-Effects
AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset StomachLEVOCETIRIZINE : 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
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)
Serious Side-Effects
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, CoughRare Side-Effects
PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body ItchingLEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing
Disease Interactions
PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, GlaucomaTechnical Classification
PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSAMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
- DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
2 Times Daily | 63% |
2 Times Daily (1-0-1) | 27% |
How long was it prescribed?
5 Days | 66% |
7 Days | 24% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
Below 5yrs | 1% |
12 to 18yrs | 6% |
18 to 35yrs | 51% |
35 to 50yrs | 22% |
50 to 60yrs | 7% |
60 to 70yrs | 7% |
70yrs and above | 5% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 47% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Physician | 71% |
ENT | 29% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
CLEARCLAV PLUS TAB | 30% |
LYCOMERV CAP | 12% |
GREATCEF 200MG TAB | 10% |
Available Alternatives for LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
LEVOTIZ PLUS TAB | INR 59 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325 MG, AMBROXOL 30 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
1 AL TOTAL SUSP | INR 52.75 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
1 AL TOTAL TAB | INR 42.25 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
ACOLATE P PLUS TAB | INR 43 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
ACOLATE PLUS TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
ALDAY COLD TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
CETRIL D TAB | INR 36.16 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG |
CHESTON COLD TOTAL NF TAB | INR 66.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG |
CRF X TAB | INR 69 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
CUFLIFT TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG |
HISTACARE SUSP | INR 35 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG |
HISTACARE TAB | INR 50 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
KOFF GO PLUS TAB | INR 39.6 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG |
LCZ PLUS TAB | INR 52.8 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500 MG, AMBROXOL 60 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
LESTAR AM TAB | INR 73.03 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
LEVOCETIRIZINE 5MG + PHENYLEPHRINE 5MG + AMBROXOL 30MG + PARACETAMOL 325MG TAB | INR 8.4 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG |
LEVOTIZ PLUS SYP | INR 58.19 for 1 SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |
LIT AP TAB | INR 49.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 350.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG |
NASO CZ TAB | INR 42 for 10 TABLETS | AMBROXOL , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , LEVOCETIRIZINE |
WIFI TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG |