Leviva Tablet 5mg

About Leviva Tablet 5mg

Leviva Tablet 5mg Uses

• Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
• Chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives)
• Itchy, watery eyes caused by allergies
• Sneezing and runny nose caused by allergens
• Skin itching and rashes linked to allergic reactions

Leviva Tablet 5mg Benefits

• Provides fast relief from allergy symptoms within about an hour
• Once daily dosing improves ease of use
• Causes less drowsiness compared to older antihistamines
• Suitable for long term use in chronic hives under medical guidance
• Effective for both seasonal and year round allergy control

What Experts Say

Levocetirizine is the active R-enantiomer of cetirizine, which gives it stronger and more selective binding to H1 histamine receptors at a lower milligram dose. This pharmacological refinement is why doctors across Pakistan often prefer it for predictable, once daily symptom control.

Because levocetirizine crosses the blood brain barrier only minimally, sedation is far less common than with older antihistamines, though a small proportion of patients still report mild drowsiness. Physicians generally advise starting therapy in the evening until individual tolerance is confirmed.

Dose adjustment is required in patients with reduced kidney function, since the drug is largely cleared unchanged by the kidneys. Elderly patients and those with chronic urticaria are monitored periodically to confirm the standard dose remains both effective and well tolerated.

Drug Class

• Antihistamine
• H1-Receptor Antagonist

Leviva Tablet 5mg formula

• Levocetirizine

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Leviva Tablet 5mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, preferably in the evening
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Can be taken with or without food
• Do not exceed the recommended dose of 5mg per day
• Use lower doses or longer intervals if you have reduced kidney function, as advised by your doctor
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered on the same day

Drug Interactions

• CNS Depressants: Combining with sedatives, sleep aids or opioids can increase drowsiness.
• Alcohol: May intensify sedative effects and impair alertness.
• Theophylline: May slightly reduce clearance of levocetirizine, requiring dose caution.
• Ritonavir: May increase levocetirizine plasma levels, requiring monitoring.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Impairment: Dose must be reduced or spaced out in patients with reduced kidney function.
• Drowsiness: May impair the ability to drive or operate machinery in sensitive individuals.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only if clearly necessary and under medical advice.
• Elderly Patients: May be more sensitive to sedative effects and require careful dose review.
• Children: Not recommended for children under 6 years without medical supervision.

Leviva Tablet 5mg Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Nasal dryness or irritation

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C
• Protect from direct sunlight, heat and moisture
• Keep the blister strip intact until the dose is due
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use beyond the printed expiry date