AllerTab (Levocetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children aged 6 years and older: Take 1 tablet (5 mg of Levocetirizine Hydrochloride) once daily regardless of meals. In cases of renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted according to kidney function. Normal kidney function (≥ 90 mL/min): 1 tablet once daily Mild renal impairment (60 -< 90 mL/min): 1 tablet once daily Moderate renal impairment (30 -< 60 mL/min): 1 tablet,

Child dose

Children aged 6 years or older: Take 1 tablet (5 mg of Levocetirizine Hydrochloride) once daily regardless of meals. In cases of renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted according to kidney function.

This drug should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to certain ingredients or those who have experienced allergic reactions in the past. It is also not safe for patients with end-stage kidney disease or those undergoing dialysis. It should not be used in infants under 1 year of age, and it is preferable to administer it in liquid form rather than tablets for children under 6 years. Patients with lactose intolerance should not take this drug. Caution should be exercised in patients with impaired kidney or liver function, as well as in the elderly, because drug concentrations may increase. Taking this medication may cause central nervous system symptoms like drowsiness, headache, or dizziness; therefore, caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may also occur, so it is important to monitor body condition. Increased or irregular heartbeats may occur, which requires caution in patients with heart disease. Allergic reactions may result in skin rashes, itching, and swelling, and patients should seek immediate consultation with a doctor if any unusual symptoms arise. This medication can cause drowsiness, and taking it with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants may increase drowsiness; it is advisable not to take them together. Patients with epilepsy or those at risk of seizures should be cautious, as symptoms may worsen after taking this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult experts to confirm safety before taking this medication. For children and the elderly, dosing should be adjusted and administered carefully, especially in the elderly with reduced kidney function, requiring increased caution. It is recommended to temporarily discontinue this medication before allergy testing, as it may affect test results. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness or anxiety may occur, and there is no specific antidote, so treatment should be symptom-based. This drug is not easily removed by dialysis, so rapid medical intervention is necessary in case of overdose.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• anaphylactic shock
• vascular edema
• hypertension
• respiratory distress
• urticaria

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• lethargy
• headache
• numbness
• agitation
• somnolence
• fatigue
• dizziness
• heaviness
• excitability

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a dark place; storage at room temperature between 1°C to 30°C is recommended.

Appearance

White or pale yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle