Xyzal 5mg & 0,5 mg/mL ORAL SOLUTION AND TABLETS

    Xyzal 5mg & 0,5 mg/mL ORAL SOLUTION AND TABLETS

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    PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 November 2022


    Clinical Summary

    Quick overview from the medicine insert

    Indication

    Relief of symptoms associated with allergic conditions.

    Dosage (summary)

    Adults: 5 mg once daily. Adjust for renal impairment.

    Special Populations

    • Elderly
    • Renal impairment
    • Hepatic impairment

    Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

    Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

    Key Drug Interactions

    • Alcohol
    • Theophylline
    • Ritonavir

    Contraindications

    • Hypersensitivity to levocetirizine
    • End-stage renal disease

    Common side effects

    • Headache
    • Somnolence
    • Dry mouth
    • Fatigue

    Counselling Points

    • Avoid alcohol
    • May cause drowsiness
    • Not for children under 2 years

    Serious warnings

    • Risk of urinary retention
    • Risk of seizure aggravation
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