Levohist is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Levohist also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Levohist is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levohist have been listed ahead. These side effects of Levohist are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levohist is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Levohist has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levohist related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levohist are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Levohist with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levohist is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levohist is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levohist is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levohist safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Levohist in pregnant women.
Is the use of Levohist safe during breastfeeding?
Levohist may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levohist on the Kidneys?
Levohist rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levohist on the Liver?
Levohist is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levohist on the Heart?
Levohist is completely safe for the heart.
Levohist should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levohist unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levohist habit forming or addictive?
Levohist does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levohist you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levohist only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levohist in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levohist
It is safe to take Levohist with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levohist
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Levohist as it can have severe side effects.
Although, Levohist is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
Yes, Levohist can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Levohist can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Levohist is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Yes, Levohist 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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