Belair tablet 5mg

About Belair tablet 5mg

Belair Tablet Uses

• Seasonal and year round allergic rhinitis
• Sneezing, runny nose and watery, itchy eyes
• Chronic hives (urticaria) and itchy skin rashes
• Allergic symptoms triggered by dust, pollen or pets

Belair Tablet Benefits

• Once daily dosing is convenient
• Less drowsy than older antihistamines for most people
• Works within an hour for many users

What Experts Say

Belair contains levocetirizine, a second generation antihistamine. It blocks histamine H1 receptors, so the sneezing, itching and swelling that histamine causes are reduced. It comes in a 5mg strength for adults and older children. Many people find one tablet a day keeps symptoms steady.

Levocetirizine is the active form of cetirizine and is effective at a lower dose. Studies show that it improves nasal symptoms and cuts the number and itch of hives in chronic urticaria. Common triggers include dust, pollen, smoke and pet hair, which are frequent in Pakistani cities. It can be taken long term when the doctor advises it.

It can still cause sleepiness in some people, so caution is advised before driving. The dose should be lowered in kidney impairment, and it is not a treatment for asthma attacks or severe allergic reactions that need emergency care. Persistent symptoms deserve a doctor's review.

Drug Class

• Antihistamine (H1 blocker, second generation)

Belair tablet 5mg formula

• Levocetirizine dihydrochloride

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Belair tablet 5mg?

• Take one Belair tablet once a day, preferably in the evening.
• Swallow whole with water, with or without food.
• Adults and children over 6 years use 5mg daily unless the doctor says otherwise.

Drug Interactions

• Alcohol and sedatives: These can add to drowsiness and reduce alertness.
• Theophylline: This may slow the clearance of levocetirizine slightly.
• Other antihistamines: Taking two together adds side effects without extra benefit.

Risks and warnings

• Drowsiness: Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how Belair affects you.
• Kidney impairment: Dose reduction is needed, so a doctor should advise.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only if a doctor considers it necessary.
• Urinary retention: Use with care in people who have trouble passing urine.

Belair Tablet Side Effects

• Sleepiness or fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Sore throat
• Stomach pain

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Do not use after the expiry date.
• Keep out of reach of children.