Levo-AM Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Levo-AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Levo-AM Tablet1 and Levo-AM Tablet2, that relieve cold symptoms.

Uses of Levo-AM Tablet

Cough

Benefits of Levo-AM Tablet

In Cough

Levo-AM Tablet gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Levo-AM Tablet also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Levo-AM 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 Levo-AM

Upset stomach
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Fatigue
Sleepiness
Allergic reaction

How to use Levo-AM 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. Levo-AM Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Levo-AM Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Levo-AM 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 Levo-AM Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Levo-AM Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Levo-AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levo-AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Levo-AM Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Levo-AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Levo-AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Levo-AM Tablet

₹5.8/Tablet

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Hista AM 5 mg/60 mg Tablet

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₹4/tablet

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₹4/tablet

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Quick tips

Levo-AM Tablet

This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Levo-AM Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Levo-AM Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.

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Patient concerns

I am eight months pregnant. I have cold last 2 days. Can i take medicine name LIV-CET-5 (LEVOCETIRIZINE) TABLETS. NOW I HAVE FEVER ALSO. Please suggest me.

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Yes you can take Levo cetrizine

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