LEVOCETIRIZINE 5mg. IP

An antihistamine that blocks a certain natural substance (histamine) that body makes during an allergic reaction. Relieves allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching of eyes & nose, sneezing, and hives. The most potent and effective antihistamine for blocking the cutaneous response to histamine. (J Andrew Grant, 2002) Has a fast onset of action and a long duration of antihistaminic effect with a low potential for drug interactions. (Garry M Walsh, 2009) The first-line therapy in patients with chronic idiopathic urticarial. (Philip I Hair, 2006) A valuable addition to the oral H1 histamine receptor antagonists available for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. (Philip I Hair, 2006) An effective and well-tolerated treatment for allergic diseases in adults, children, and infants. (Garry M Walsh, 2009) Significantly more efficacious than desloratadine 5 mg in the treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria symptoms. (P C Potter, 2009)