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 conditions

Benefits of Levostar R Tablet

In Allergic conditions

Levostar R 10mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Levostar R 10mg Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzocycloheptapyridine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

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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