Take one tablet once daily during hay fever season or whenever symptoms occur.
If you experience drowsiness, take your dose in the evening.
Swallow the tablet whole with water. It may be taken with or without food.
Type of medicine | Antihistamine |
Used for | Allergic rhinitis |
Active ingredient(s) | Levocetirizine |
Works by | Blocking the effects of histamine |
Effective within | 1 hour |
Available as | Tablets |
Available strength | 5mg |
Usage | 1 tablet once a day |
Manufacturer | Various |
Packaging | Blister pack |
Storage | Store at room temperature and keep out of reach and sight from children |
Prescription required? | No |
Who can consult | Adults with allergic rhinitis |
Levocetirizine is a non-sedating antihistamine used to treat hay fever and hives. It works by blocking the effects of histamine, which causes sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, itchy or watery eyes, and skin rashes. Because it is less likely to cause drowsiness, levocetirizine is often preferred for daytime use.
You can use levocetirizine if you experience hay fever symptoms.
Do not take levocetirizine if you:
Use with caution if you:
For a complete list of precautions and medicine interactions, consult the patient information leaflet.
Common side effects include:
Less common side effects include:
Seek immediate help if you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction such as:
Levocetirizine can cause drowsiness in some people. Exercise caution when driving or operating machinery.
Levocetirizine typically starts to work within 1 hour, and its effects last for up to 24 hours.
You will need to complete a short consultation form. This allows our doctors to check that the medicine is safe and appropriate for you.
If suitable, your treatment will be prepared and dispatched directly to you.