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. 1-AL Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. 1-AL Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol. Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with this medicine. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
1-AL Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : CAUTION
1-AL Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body. | - Driving : UNSAFE
1-AL Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
1-AL Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
1-AL Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
If you miss a dose of 1-AL 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.
Is 1-AL Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?::: No, 1-AL Tablet is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication that is used to relieve the symptoms of allergy. It relieves a runny nose, sneezing, redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused by allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. Additionally, it helps treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.| Does 1-AL Tablet make you tired and drowsy?::: Yes, 1-AL Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Consult your doctor if not sure.| How long does it take for 1-AL Tablet to work?::: 1-AL Tablet starts working and showing improvement within an hour of taking it. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.| Can I take 1-AL Tablet and fexofenadine together?::: Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking 1-AL Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night, which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep.| Is it safe to take 1-AL Tablet for a long time?::: 1-AL Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take 1-AL Tablet for only as long as you need it.| For how long should I continue 1-AL Tablet?::: The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. For instance, if you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. If you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take 1-AL Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using 1-AL Tablet.
1-AL 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.
-Mirtazapine (Oral Route): Moderate
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you. Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.
| -Thalidomide (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness. Concurrent use may cause increased sleepiness.
| -Dalteparin (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Levocetirizine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.
| -Tranylcypromine (Oral Route): Moderate
Do not take Tranylcypromine with Levocetirizine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to your doctor. Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blood pressure.
| -Betahistine (Oral Route): Mild
Take Levocetirizine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor. Levocetirizine may block the action of Betahistine.