Levocetirizine
Also sold as: Xyzal
No prescription neededAllergy medicines (antihistamines)
Comes as:TabletSyrup
Usual adult dose
Usual adult dose: 5 mg once a day, preferably in the evening. In kidney disease a lower dose is used.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- mild drowsiness
- tiredness
- dry mouth
- headache
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat)
- difficulty passing urine
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Severe kidney disease
- Allergy to levocetirizine, cetirizine or hydroxyzine
- Avoid alcohol; be careful driving if it makes you sleepy
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.