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Lecope Ad is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Lecope Ad have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lecope Ad depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Lecope Ad are Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lecope Ad can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lecope Ad go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lecope Ad is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lecope Ad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lecope Ad related warnings section.
Lecope Ad is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lecope Ad are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Lecope Ad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lecope Ad, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lecope Ad is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lecope Ad safe for pregnant women?
Lecope AD can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lecope AD right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lecope Ad safe during breastfeeding?
Lecope AD may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lecope AD, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lecope AD.
What is the effect of Lecope Ad on the Kidneys?
Lecope AD rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lecope Ad on the Liver?
Using Lecope AD does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lecope Ad on the Heart?
Lecope AD may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lecope Ad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lecope Ad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lecope Ad habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lecope Ad has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Lecope Ad
Taking Lecope Ad with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecope Ad
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lecope Ad and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Lecope AD is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
Yes, Lecope AD can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
Lecope AD works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Yes, Lecope AD can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Yes, Lecope AD is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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