Retirazine Tablet (Levocetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children 6 years and older: Orally administered once daily as one tablet (each containing 5mg of Levocetirizine hydrochloride), regardless of meal. Adjust dosage as needed based on age and symptoms. For patients with renal impairment, dosage should be adjusted based on renal function (Creatinine clearance rate (CLCR)). Mild (50 ≤ CLCR < 80): 1 tablet once daily Moderate (30 ≤ CLCR < 50): 1 tablet every other day Severe (1

Child dose

Children 6 years and older: Same as adults, orally administered once daily as one tablet (each containing 5mg of Levocetirizine hydrochloride), regardless of meal.

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to specific ingredients or have experienced hypersensitivity. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired kidney function or those undergoing hemodialysis. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as those who are breastfeeding, should not take this medication. Do not administer to infants under 1 year of age, and for children under 6 years of age, it should only be given in liquid form, not tablets. Since the tablets of this medication contain lactose, patients who are lactose intolerant or have related genetic disorders should not take it. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, as well as the elderly, should take this medication cautiously as it may remain in the body longer. Taking this medication may lead to neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, and dizziness, as well as rare occurrences of gastrointestinal issues or skin rashes and visual abnormalities. Since drowsiness or fatigue might occur after taking, special caution should be taken when driving or operating hazardous machinery. It is advisable to avoid taking this medication with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants, as it may lead to increased drowsiness or decreased concentration. Patients with urinary issues or risks of urinary retention such as prostatic enlargement should exercise caution when taking this medication. This medication may affect allergy test results; therefore, it is recommended to discontinue use before testing. In case of overdose, symptoms like drowsiness or agitation may occur; there are no specific antidotes, so appropriate treatment should be provided based on the symptoms. Elderly patients may have an increased risk of prolonged drug presence in the body due to decreased kidney function, so starting with a lower dose and careful monitoring of their condition is recommended.

Serious side effects

• Anaphylactic shock
• urticaria
• swelling
• angioedema
• rash
• increased blood pressure
• respiratory distress
• urticaria
• hypertension
• respiratory distress

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• headache
• numbness
• drowsiness
• fatigue
• dizziness
• heaviness in the head
• excitation
• thirst

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light, as it may be sensitive to light. It is also recommended to store the medication at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White or pale yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle