Levostar R 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from allergic symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.

Levostar R 10mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, sleepiness, dry mouth, fatigue, and weakness. Do not drive or do anything that needs attention until you know how this medicine affects you. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.

Uses of Levostar R Tablet

Allergic eye disease
Nasal allergy symptoms
Allergic conditions
Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Allergic skin conditions

Side effects of Levostar R Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Levostar R

Dizziness
Headache
Sleepiness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Weakness

How to use Levostar R Tablet

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. Levostar R 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Levostar R Tablet works

Levostar R 10mg 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levostar R 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levostar R 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Levostar R 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Levostar R 10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Levostar R 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Levostar R 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Levostar R Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Levostar R 10mg 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Levostar R 10mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Levostar R 10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Your doctor has prescribed Levostar R 10mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Levostar R 10mg Tablet at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzocycloheptapyridine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Levostar R with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Clarithromycin (Oral Route) Moderate

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Thalidomide (Oral Route) Moderate

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Azithromycin (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the blood levels of Rupatadine. Do not take Rupatadine with Azithromycin.

Azithromycin (Injection Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturance in the heart rhythms. Do not take Rupatadine with Azithromycin.

Clarithromycin (Oral Route) Moderate

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Patient concerns

Allergic for cold weather and conditions and dust sneezing throat each ing eye each ing water in nose

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

I usually do allergy testing for this.And give immunotherapy which give permanent solution

Allergy symptoms like allergic arthritis sneezing and runny nose in the morning and headache

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Take tab Dolo sos Tab pantop before breakfast Tab montair LC at nightGet CBC ESR IgE levels tested and chest examined by a md doctor

FAQs

Is Levostar R 10mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Levostar R 10mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Levostar R 10mg Tablet is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.

How does Levostar R 10mg Tablet work?

Levostar R 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.

Is Levostar R 10mg Tablet over-the-counter?

Yes, Levostar R 10mg Tablet may be available over-the-counter. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Is Levostar R 10mg Tablet an antibiotic?

No, Levostar R 10mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Levostar R 10mg Tablet is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.

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References

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