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Levtrang is an allergy medicine used to relieve symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis, a persistent allergic rhinitis. Besides the useful uses, Levtrang also brings many unwanted side effects.
1. What is Levtrang?
Levtrang has the main ingredient Levocetirizine hydrochloride 5mg, which belongs to the group of anti-allergic drugs and is used in cases of hypersensitivity. The drug is indicated for use in the treatment of patients in the following cases:
Treatment of allergic cases: seasonal allergic rhinitis, chronic allergic rhinitis, sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose , lacrimation, red eyes, chronic urticaria. Treatment of chronic eczema. Levtrang is also used in the treatment of itching and rashes. Levtrang should not be used in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to Levocetirizine ingredients or to any other ingredient of the drug. Because the drug will cause unwanted reactions such as urticaria or anaphylaxis. The drug should not be used in patients with impaired renal function and end-stage renal failure. Children under 6 years old. People with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance and the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
2. Dosage and usage
Usage: The drug is produced in the form of film-coated tablets for oral use. It is recommended that when taking the drug, swallow the tablet whole (do not chew it before swallowing) so that the drug can take full advantage.
Recommended dosage:
For adults and children over 12 years old: Use levocetirizine hydrochloride at a dose of 5mg/day, apply single dose and use in the evening. The dose of the drug is not fixed for all patients but depends on the condition and how well the body responds to the drug. For children 6-11 years of age: The recommended dose of levocetirizine hydrochloride is 2.5 mg/day as a single dose and administered in the evening. Note, in these cases, the dose should not exceed 2.5mg/day. For children aged 6 months to 5 years: The initial indicated dose of levocetirizine hydrochloride is 1.25 mg/day as a single dose, administered in the evening. Note, patients should not use the drug more than 1.25mg/day. Dosage in patients with renal failure: It is necessary to adjust based on the stage of disease development, specifically: mild renal impairment with creatinine clearance from 50-80ml/min, apply the dose of 1 tablet per day.
Moderate renal failure with creatinine clearance from 30-50ml/min, apply the dose of 1 tablet per day.
Severe renal failure with creatinine clearance from 10-30ml/min, apply the dose of 1 tablet once a day and use it twice a week.
End stage kidney disease and on hemodialysis with creatinine clearance less than 10m/min, the doctor recommends not to use the drug.
For patients with only liver failure, there is no need to adjust the drug dose, use the same dosage as normal patients. However, in case of liver failure along with kidney failure, it should be used according to the adjusted regimen prescribed by the doctor.
3. Be careful when using Levtrang
Levocetirizine should be used with caution in the following cases:
People who drink alcohol; Pregnant; Breastfeeding women.
4. Levtrang drug side effects
Some unwanted side effects that patients may experience after using the drug such as:
Reactions related to the cardiovascular system: Very few side effects on the heart, but there are cases of symptoms. palpitations. Dermatologically related reactions include angioedema, rash, pruritus, erythema fixation, and urticaria. Gastrointestinal reactions: Gastrointestinal side effects include dry mouth and nausea. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Common side effects include hypersensitivity reactions and anaphylaxis. Nervous system-related reactions: Includes somnolence, headache, fatigue, convulsions and asthenia, paresthesia, dizziness. Eyes: Visual disturbances. Respiratory system: Includes nasopharyngitis, rhinitis, nosebleeds, cough and difficulty breathing. Psychic: Personality becomes aggressive and agitated. Common side effects in musculoskeletal and joint: Causes myalgia. Urinary system: Causes urinary retention syndrome.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions will reduce the effectiveness or increase unwanted side effects when using Levtrang or other drugs when used at the same time. Therefore, patients should be advised to inform their doctor about all the drugs they are taking before using the drug. The following are some possible drug interactions that may occur when Levtrang and other medicines are combined:
Ritonavir: It has been reported that Ritonavir may increase blood levels of levocetirizine, increasing the risk of side effects of levocetirizine. levocetirizine. Therefore, patients should be careful before using these drugs together, if necessary, the dose of levocetirizine can be reduced. Theophvllin: When used together with Levtrang, it may slightly increase blood levels of levocetirizine and experience other side effects. Therefore, when using these drugs together, if you have any problems, you should inform your doctor or pharmacist. The article has provided information on what Levtrang is, dosage and precautions for use. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Levtrang exactly as directed by your doctor.
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