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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:49 PM IST
Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergic rhinitis, and respiratory tract infections, such as cough, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It contains Levocetirizine and Ambroxol, which reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Also, it makes sputum less viscous and makes breathing easier. It may cause common side effects like upset stomach, dryness in the mouth, headache, fatigue, and sleepiness. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is a respiratory medication used to treat symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergic rhinitis, and respiratory tract infections, such as cough, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. COPD is a group of lung diseases that mainly include emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mould, or flakes of skin from certain animals.

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet consists of two medicines: Levocetirizine (anti-histamine) and Ambroxol (mucolytic agent). Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. It is used to treat relieve symptoms, such as watery eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes/nose, sneezing, and itching and swelling caused by chronic urticaria (hives). Ambroxol is an 'expectorant' that promotes the secretion of sputum/cough. It is also a 'mucolytic agent' that makes sputum less viscous and makes breathing easier.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the course based on the severity of your disease. Do not stop taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet on your own until the doctor advises you to do so. Like every other medication, Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet also has common side effects like upset stomach, dryness in the mouth, headache, fatigue, and sleepiness. These side effects, if occurred, generally go away during the treatment. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. It is mandatory to inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcers, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, and diabetes before taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol while taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet, since it can worsen the side effects like dizziness and sleepiness. Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be cautiously used in children when advised by the doctor.

Uses of Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet

Treatment of Chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergic rhinitis and respiratory tract infections, and cough.

Medicinal Benefits

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is a combination respiratory medication used to treat symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergic rhinitis, and respiratory tract infections, such as cough, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It consists of Levocetirizine (anti-histamine) and Ambroxol (mucolytic agent). Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent and an expectorant that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet

  • Upset stomach
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Sleepiness

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcers, prostate enlargement, and urinary retention before taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet. Ambroxol disrupts the gastro mucosal barrier; hence Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be cautiously administered in patients with a stomach ulcer. Please consult your doctor before using Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a breastfeeding mother. Avoid consuming alcohol with Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive if you feel sleepy after taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), antidepressants (duloxetine), anticonvulsants (pregabalin), and antianxiety drugs (alprazolam).

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be administered with caution in patients with heart, liver, and kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcers, prostate enlargement, and urinary retention.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • ALPRAZOLAM

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No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet.
  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Drink warm fluids while you take Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol with Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe. Most common COPD are emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

Chronic Bronchitis: A lung disease associated with inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs.

Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mould, or flakes of skin from certain animals.

Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid consuming alcohol with Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are limited studies on how Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before starting Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience sleepiness, dizziness, and shakiness while using Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Levocetirizine in Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Please consult your doctor before taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet in cases of renal impairment.

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Children

Caution

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is not recommended for children less than six years of age.

Country of origin

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FAQs

Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergic rhinitis, and respiratory tract infections, such as cough, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.
Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet consists of Levocetirizine and Ambroxol. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Collectively, Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet helps relieve respiratory disease associated symptoms like cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet.
Levocetirizine in Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Please consult your doctor before taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet in cases of renal impairment.
The side effects of Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet include dryness of mouth, headache, upset stomach, fatigue, and sleepiness. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.
The serious side effects of Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet are rare. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like difficulty breathing, hives, or swelling of the face and throat.
Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if the doctor has prescribed it. The doctor will prescribe the medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet should be stored in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
You can take Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet with other medications only if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor before taking Alerzilevo A 5mg/60mg Tablet with medications like antidepressants (duloxetine), anticonvulsants (pregabalin), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine) and antianxiety drugs (alprazolam) as these may cause interactions.

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