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Levocetirizine dihydrochloride

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or thr.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

Levocetirizine dihydrochloride: quick answers

Used for
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat.
Usual adult dose
Adults 65 years of age and older.
Children
Children 6-11 years of age take 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) once daily in the evening.
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Dec 2025). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Levocetirizine dihydrochloride

Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.

Pour qui

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
  • Adults 65 years of age and older ask a doctor
  • Adults and children 12-64 years of age take 1 tablet (5 mg) once daily in the evening
  • Do not take more than 1 tablet (5 mg) in 24 hours 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) once daily in the evening may be appropriate for less severe symptoms
  • Children 6-11 years of age take 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) once daily in the evening
  • Do not take more than 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) in 24 hours
  • Children under 6 years of age do not use consumers with kidney disease do not use
While you are taking it

drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Talk to a doctor first if

ever had trouble urinating or emptying your bladder

Warnings

Do not use if you have kidney disease if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing cetirizine Ask a doctor before use if you have ever had trouble urinating or emptying your bladder When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask doctor if you have trouble urinating or emptying your bladder an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away. …

Effets secondaires possibles

Stop use and ask doctor if you have trouble urinating or emptying your bladder an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding: if breast-feeding: not recommended if pregnant: ask a health professional before use

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

Me rappeler de le prendre Notice officielle complète
From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-12-10.

What Levocetirizine dihydrochloride looks like

Compare with your pack. Packs differ between countries and makers; a pack that looks different is not always fake, so scan it to check the registration.

Levocetirizine dihydrochloride — U.S. pack or label: Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablet, Coated
U.S. pack or label: Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablet, CoatedImage: U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed

Marques dans le monde

Products with Levocetirizine dihydrochloride as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Levocetirizine Xyzal

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Coated · KROGER COMPANY
NDC 30142-717Label
Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE .5 mg/mL · Solution · Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd
NDC 45802-680Label
Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Coated · Dr.Reddy's laboratories Ltd.
NDC 55111-282Label
Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC 68071-3726Label
Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE .5 mg/mL · Solution · Bryant Ranch Prepack
NDC 72162-1424Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACLevocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup 2.5 mg/5 mL C4-0067NAFDACUtilev Syrup B4-5990NAFDACFitin-5 Tablet C4-1347NAFDACHistolat Syrup A11-100023NAFDACRizcet Tablets B4-3806NAFDACLevomonte Syrup A11-100190NAFDACMontral Tablets B4-6888NAFDACHistolat Tablets A11-100022NAFDACGlemont L Tablets B4-2678NAFDACXyzal Tablets 5 mg A4-6915NAFDACGlencet Tablets## (check product description, check pack size) B4-3090NAFDACMontelukast Sodium USP 10 mg & Levocetrizine Hydrochloride 5 mg Tablet C4-1797

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablets, USP, 5 mg 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Distributed by: Marlex Pharmceuticals, Inc. New Castle, DE 19720. NDC 10135-0639-30U.S. FDA Class III
11 Nov 2020 · InvaTech Pharma Solutions, LLC · TerminatedFailed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: One lot of Levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets 5 mg 30 count failed stability testing.
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride for prescription compounding, packaged in a) 25g (NDC 58597-8355-6); b) 100g (NDC 58597-8355-6), RX only, packed by American Pharmaceutical IngredienU.S. FDA Class II
9 Feb 2018 · American Pharmaceutical Ingredients LLC · TerminatedCGMP Deviations: Lack of stability data and controls to support the manufacturers assigned retest or expiration date in firm's container/closure system.
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride active pharmaceutical ingredient packaged in varying grams or kg in bags or drums, Attix Pharmaceuticals, 184 Front Street East, Unit 801, Toronto, OU.S. FDA Class II
14 Nov 2014 · Attix Pharmaceuticals · TerminatedPenicillin Cross Contamination: All lots of all products repackaged and distributed between 01/05/12 and 02/12/15 are being recalled because they were repackaged in a facility with penicillin products without adequate separation which could introduce the poten

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Levocetirizine dihydrochloride

What is Levocetirizine dihydrochloride used for?

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: adults 65 years of age and older ask a doctor adults and children 12-64 years of age take 1 tablet (5 mg) once daily in the evening do not take more than 1 tablet (5 mg) in 24 hours 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) once daily in the evening may be appropriate for less severe symptoms children 6-11 years of age take 1/2 tablet (2.5 mg) once daily in the evening do not take more than 1/2 tabl…

Can I drive after taking Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.

Do I need a prescription for Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

In many countries Levocetirizine dihydrochloride is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

Levocetirizine dihydrochloride is sold under names such as Xyzal. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

The official label lists: Stop use and ask doctor if you have trouble urinating or emptying your bladder an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12-64 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Levocetirizine dihydrochloride when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breast-feeding: if breast-feeding: not recommended if pregnant: ask a health professional before use Ask your doctor or midwife first.

Can I drink alcohol with Levocetirizine dihydrochloride?

The official label says: Do not use if you have kidney disease if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing cetirizine Ask a doctor before use if you have ever had trouble urinating or emptying your bladder When using this product drowsiness may occur…

How can I check that my Levocetirizine dihydrochloride is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.