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Levocetirizine Hydrochloride (Dihydrochloride) – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: HICET

Strength: 5 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 40.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Levocetirizine Hydrochloride (Dihydrochloride)

Class: | Antihistamine (second-generation H1 receptor antagonist) Use: | Treatment of allergic rhinitis (seasonal and perennial) and chronic idiopathic urticaria Adult dose: | 5 mg once daily, taken in the evening Pediatric dose: | For children aged 6 to 11 years: 2.5 mg once daily; for children aged 12 years and older: 5 mg once daily Side effects: | Drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, headache, nausea Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to levocetirizine, cetirizine, or any component o

Drug Class

Antihistamine (second-generation H1 receptor antagonist)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of allergic rhinitis (seasonal and perennial) and chronic idiopathic urticaria

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: MicroSynergy Pharmaceuticals FZCO Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Package Size

30's (10's Blister x 3)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 40.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

5 mg once daily, taken in the evening

Pediatric Dose

For children aged 6 to 11 years: 2.5 mg once daily; for children aged 12 years and older: 5 mg once daily

Side Effects

Drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, headache, nausea

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to levocetirizine, cetirizine, or any component of the formulation; severe renal impairment (CrCl < 10 mL/min)

Important Warnings

Caution in patients with renal impairment, may cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants; not recommended for use in patients with end-stage renal disease

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Levocetirizine Hydrochloride (Dihydrochloride) available in UAE pharmacies:

ALLERCET 5 mg Tablets ALLERCET 5 mg Tablets ALLERCET 5 mg Tablets ANTALLOS 5 mg Tablets ANTALLOS 5 mg Tablets ANTISS 5 mg Tablets CAMOCET 5 mg Tablets CETRIVAL 5 mg Tablets ELIZINE 5 mg Tablets EVOCET 5 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Antihistamine (second-generation H1 receptor antagonist) medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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