Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Advocet Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Kidney : CAUTION
Advocet Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Advocet Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
If you miss a dose of Advocet Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Is Advocet Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?::: No, Advocet Tablet is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication that is used to relieve the symptoms of allergy. It relieves a runny nose, sneezing, redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused by allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. Additionally, it helps treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.| Does Advocet Tablet make you tired and drowsy?::: Yes, Advocet Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Consult your doctor if not sure.| How long does it take for Advocet Tablet to work?::: Advocet Tablet starts working and showing improvement within an hour of taking it. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.| Can I take Advocet Tablet and fexofenadine together?::: Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Advocet Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night, which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep.| Is it safe to take Advocet Tablet for a long time?::: Advocet Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Advocet Tablet for only as long as you need it.| For how long should I continue Advocet Tablet?::: The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. For instance, if you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. If you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Advocet Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Advocet Tablet.
Advocet Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
-Mirtazapine (Oral Route): Moderate
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you. Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.
| -Thalidomide (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness. Concurrent use may cause increased sleepiness.
| -Dalteparin (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Levocetirizine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.
| -Tranylcypromine (Oral Route): Moderate
Do not take Tranylcypromine with Levocetirizine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to your doctor. Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blood pressure.
| -Betahistine (Oral Route): Mild
Take Levocetirizine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor. Levocetirizine may block the action of Betahistine.