Levocetirizine

What it is used for

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies:

• runny nose
• sneezing
• itchy, watery eyes
• itching of the nose or throat

While you are taking it

• drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Side effects, and when to stop

• you have trouble urinating or emptying your bladder
• an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

Who should not take it

• if you have kidney disease
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing cetirizine

What to say before you start

• ever had trouble urinating or emptying your bladder

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

• if breast-feeding: not recommended
• if pregnant: ask a health professional before use

Keeping it away from children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Levocetirizine dihydrochloride USP, 5 mg