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Levocetirizin Stada

Active Ingredient:
Levocetirizine
Origin:
EU

Levocetirizin Stada (Levocetirizine)

Levocetirizine, the active ingredient in Levocetirizin Stada, is a second‑generation antihistamine presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It alleviates symptoms of allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and adolescents, providing non‑sedating relief from histamine‑mediated reactions.

GNH India supplies Levocetirizin Stada as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide, ensuring consistent quality and regulatory compliance across global markets. The company adheres to stringent manufacturing standards and offers reliable logistics for timely delivery.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Stada Gmbh

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Indications & Clinical Uses

  • Levocetirizine is used to manage allergic conditions that involve histamine release.
  • Allergic rhinitis: reduces nasal congestion, sneezing, itching and watery discharge.
  • Chronic idiopathic urticaria: decreases frequency and severity of hives and itching.
  • Allergic conjunctivitis: helps relieve eye itching, redness and tearing associated with histamine exposure.

How It Works

  • Levocetirizine selectively blocks peripheral histamine H1 receptors, preventing histamine from binding to these sites on mast cells, basophils and vascular endothelium. This antagonism reduces capillary permeability, vasodilation and sensory nerve activation, thereby diminishing the classic signs of allergic inflammation such as itching, swelling, and rhinorrhea without crossing the blood‑brain barrier significantly.

Side Effects

Levocetirizin Stada is generally well tolerated, but some patients may experience adverse reactions.

Common Side Effects

  • Drowsiness or mild sedation
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Altered taste perception

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Angioedema or facial swelling
  • Anaphylactic reactions
  • Severe skin reactions such as Stevens‑Johnson syndrome
  • Hepatic enzyme elevation
  • Blood dyscrasias (e.g., neutropenia)
  • Cardiac arrhythmias (rare)

Precautions & Warnings

  • Before initiating therapy, consider the following safety measures.
  • Pregnancy: consult a healthcare professional to weigh potential risks and benefits.
  • Breastfeeding: evaluate infant exposure and discuss with a clinician.
  • Renal impairment: dose may require adjustment in patients with reduced kidney function.
  • Elderly: monitor for increased sedation or confusion.
  • Alcohol and CNS depressants: avoid concomitant use as it may enhance drowsiness.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in the original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Levocetirizin Stada can interact with several medicines; awareness helps prevent adverse outcomes.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Alcohol: may increase sedation and impair coordination.
  • Central nervous system depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines): additive drowsiness.
  • Theophylline: levocetirizine may raise plasma theophylline levels.
  • Ritonavir: can increase levocetirizine exposure.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Antifungal agents such as ketoconazole: may elevate levocetirizine concentrations.
  • Macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin): potential pharmacokinetic interaction.
  • Loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide): may enhance hypotensive effects.
  • Concurrent antihistamines: additive antihistaminic effect may increase side‑effect risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Levocetirizin Stada contains levocetirizine, which is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria. In these conditions it helps reduce nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and the formation of hives, providing non‑sedating antihistaminic control.

Levocetirizine works by selectively antagonizing peripheral histamine H1 receptors. By blocking these receptors, it prevents histamine‑mediated vascular leakage, nerve stimulation, and inflammatory responses, thereby reducing the typical signs of an allergic reaction such as itching, swelling, and rhinorrhea.

The appropriate dose of Levocetirizin Stada is determined by the prescribing healthcare professional based on the patient’s age, clinical condition, and renal function. Dosage recommendations are individualized and should follow the prescriber’s instructions and local regulatory guidelines.

Safety data for levocetirizine in pregnancy and lactation are limited. Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should discuss potential risks and benefits with their healthcare provider before using Levocetirizin Stada.

To place an order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com specifying the required quantity of Levocetirizin Stada. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Levocetirizin Stada is a second‑generation antihistamine, offering effective H1‑receptor blockade with a lower propensity for sedation compared with first‑generation agents. It provides rapid symptom relief for allergic rhinitis and urticaria, and its pharmacokinetic profile often allows once‑daily dosing, distinguishing it from many older antihistamines.

Levocetirizin Stada should be stored at ambient temperature, below 25 °C (77 °F). Keep the product in its original container, protect it from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the packaging remains tightly closed until use.

Levocetirizin Stada is taken orally, usually as a tablet, with or without food. The patient should swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water and follow the dosing schedule prescribed by the healthcare professional.

Serious adverse reactions, although rare, can include angioedema, anaphylaxis, severe skin reactions such as Stevens‑Johnson syndrome, hepatic enzyme elevations, blood dyscrasias, and cardiac arrhythmias. Any signs of these conditions require immediate medical attention.

Levocetirizin Stada should be avoided in individuals with known hypersensitivity to levocetirizine or any excipients in the formulation. Caution is also advised for patients with severe renal impairment, pregnant or breastfeeding women unless advised by a physician, and those taking medications that may cause significant drug interactions.

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