Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Mits Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Levocetirizine (2.5mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Piperazine Derivatives |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation) |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 742 |
FAQ
Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension Reviews
Liecet Kid 2.5mg can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.
This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.
How Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension Works
How to Use Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension
Benefits of Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension
- In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Liecet Kid 2.5mg provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Liecet Kid 2.5mg may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Uses of Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
Liecet Kid 2.5mg Oral Suspension Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
- Avoid giving Liecet Kid 2.5mg with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
- Liecet Kid 2.5mg can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
- Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Liecet Kid 2.5mg. Taking sips of water may help.
- Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Liecet Kid 2.5mg. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
- Liecet Kid 2.5mg should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
References
- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Levocetirizine.
- Levocetirizine dihydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Smyrna, GA: UCB, Inc.; 2008.
- Levocetirizine dihydrochloride [FDA Label]. Smyrna, GA: UCB, Inc.; 2008.
- Medline Plus. Levocetirizine.