Xyzal treatment of allergic rhinitis, how to manage when a dose is missed or an overdose

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Posted by Pharmacist Cao Thanh Tu - University Pharmacist - Faculty of Pharmacy - Vinmec Times City International Hospital

Xyzal is an anti-allergic drug and is indicated for the treatment of symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose. To avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to take the drug under the direction of a doctor or pharmacist.

1. What effect does Xyzal have, when is it indicated?

The main ingredient of Xyzal is levocetirizine dihydrochloride. This is an anti-allergic drug and is indicated for the treatment of symptoms such as itching, sneezing, runny nose .... accompanied by allergic conditions: seasonal allergic rhinitis, allergic rhinitis. year-round reaction and chronic urticaria. Medicines are available at Vinmec pharmacy, patients can buy medicine without a prescription. However, it is common for pharmacists to ask patients a few questions before selling the medicine to make sure that the use of Xyzal is appropriate for their condition, as well as to provide some other information to make sure you are using it. medication effectively and safely.

2. Instructions for use and notes when using Xyzal 5mg

The usual recommended dose for adults is one Xyzal 5mg tablet per day. Patients with impaired renal function may receive a lower dose depending on the severity of the kidney disease. Dosage can also be adjusted according to weight as well as allergies. Tablets should be taken whole with water and can be taken with or without food.
Some patients when treated with Xyzal 5mg may experience side effects such as dry mouth, headache, drowsiness, fatigue, so patients need to be careful when driving or operating machinery. The drug should not be used together with alcohol, alcoholic beverages and other psychoactive drugs, because it can cause excessive nervous depression, decreased alertness and reduced work performance.
Medicines can affect allergy test results, so if you need this type of test, tell your doctor, testing staff. Usually, your doctor will tell you to stop taking Xyzal 5mg a few days before the test.
In addition, users should also pay attention, stop using the drug immediately and contact a doctor if symptoms of severe hypersensitivity to the drug such as swelling of the mouth, tongue, face and/or throat, difficulty swallowing or breathing difficulty (chest tightness, wheezing), sudden drop in blood pressure.

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3. How to deal with missed dose or overdose of Xyzal 5mg

If you forget to take Xyzal 5mg or if you take a lower dose than prescribed by your doctor, be careful not to take a double dose to make up for it, continue with the next dose as usual.
If you overdose on Xyzal 5mg, tell your doctor. Depending on the situation, the doctor will consider and give appropriate treatment. The most common symptoms after an overdose of Xyzal are drowsiness and fatigue, some people may experience a rapid heartbeat, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Xyzal is an over-the-counter medicine for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. To ensure effectiveness and minimize complications, patients need to use the drug exactly as directed by the doctor or pharmacist.

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