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Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Levocetirizine
- Manufactured by : Icon
- Drug Strength : 5 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : pg_21337_29565
Sliz tablet contains Levocetirizine | belongs to R-enantiomer of cetirizine
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How it works
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s works by blocking the action of a natural substance produced by the body called histamine which is responsible for causing allergic symptoms.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s
- Sleepiness severe
- Headache severe
- Blurred vision
- Runny Nose and Cough severe
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Difficulty in passing urine
Uses of Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Allergic Rhinitis
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s is used to treat the symptoms associated with seasonal and long-term rhinitis.
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Utricaria
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s is used to treat chronic skin complications associated with utricaria.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s.
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Kidney Disease
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s is not recommended for use in patients with end-stage kidney disease and creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. It is not recommended for use in children below 12 years with an impaired kidney function.
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CNS Depression
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s may cause mild to moderate CNS depression resulting in sleepiness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience these side effects during treatment with this medicine.
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Alcohol
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s is not recommended for use by patients who consume alcohol on a regular basis due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
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Other Medicines
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s may increase the risk of sleepiness and impaired thinking when taken with medicines that are sedatives or tranquilizers. It is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before beginning treatment with Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s.
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Elderly population
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Infants
Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 months of age. Safety and effectiveness of this medicine are not clinically established for such patients.
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Urinary retention
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with spinal cord lesions or prostatic hyperplasia since it may increase the risk of urinary retention.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
General Instructions
Take Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Levocetirizine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/levocetirizine-160-api [cited 14 september 2019]. 23 Oct 2017
- pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - LevocetirizineLevocetirizine [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/1549000#section=Top [cited 14 september 2019]. 2019-09-07
- medlineplus.gov - Levocetirizine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607056.html [cited 14 september 2019]. 11 September 2019
what are the adverse effects of Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s?
Somnolence, dry mouth, fatigue, rhinitis, migraine.
What happens if I miss a dose of Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s?
Adults: 5 mg daily. Children: Under 2 yr, not recommended; 2-6 yr, 1.25 mg twice daily; 6-18 yr, 5 mg once daily.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Sliz tablet 5 mg 10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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