What is Xyzal 5 mg tablets used for?

Xyzal 5 mg film-coated tablets are indicated in the symptomatic treatment of allergic rhinitis (including persistent allergic rhinitis) and urticaria in adults and children aged 6 years and above.

Can I take 2 xyzal a day?

It is usually taken once daily in the evening. If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take 2 doses of Xyzal at the same time.

How many tablets of Xyzal should I take?

The recommended dose of XYZAL is 5 mg (1 tablet or 2 teaspoons [10 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening. Some patients may be adequately controlled by 2.5 mg (1/2 tablet or 1 teaspoon [5 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening.

What are the ingredients in Xyzal?

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Can Xyzal make you gain weight?

Antihistamines may also increase appetite, which can cause weight gain. Anecdotally, people using Xyzal (levocetirizine)—an antihistamine similar to Zyrtec (cetirizine)—they have noticed they have put on extra pounds, which is what a very small percentage of patients who used the drug during trials experienced.

Is Xyzal safe to take everyday?

Is XYZAL safe to use every day? Yes. XYZAL is safe to use in the evening every day. Use only as directed and please read the product label for complete dosing instructions and warnings.

Why is Xyzal taken at night?

Why should I take XYZAL at night? Use as directed and take XYZAL at night to relieve allergy symptoms while you sleep, you get a better night’s sleep and wake up refreshed for a more productive day ahead.

Does Xyzal make you gain weight?

Why was Xyzal discontinued?

Ten (2.3%) patients treated with Xyzal discontinued because of somnolence, fatigue or asthenia compared to 2 (<1%) in the placebo group. There are no long term clinical trials in children below 12 years of age with allergic rhinitis or chronic idiopathic urticaria.

Who should not take Xyzal?

You should not use Xyzal if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine (Zyrtec). You should not take Xyzal if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.

Can Xyzal make you sleepy all day?

Does Xyzal (levocetirizine) make you sleepy? It can, but not usually. Xyzal (levocetirizine) causes drowsiness for about 6% of those who take it. This might seem like a low number, but there are other once-daily allergy medications that only cause drowsiness for 1-2% of people.

Which is the correct dosage of Xyzal 5 mg?

Xyzal Dosage. Generic name: levocetirizine dihydrochloride 5mg. Dosage form: tablet, film coated, oral solution. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 2, 2019. XYZAL is available as 2.5 mg/5 mL (0.5 mg/mL) oral solution and as 5 mg breakable (scored) tablets, allowing for the administration of 2.5 mg, if needed.

How much Xyzal can a 12 year old take?

Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older. The recommended dose of XYZAL is 5 mg (1 tablet or 2 teaspoons [10 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening. Some patients may be adequately controlled by 2.5 mg (1/2 tablet or 1 teaspoon [5 mL] oral solution) once daily in the evening. Children 6 to 11 Years of Age.

How often should I take Xyzal for rhinitis?

Perennial Allergic Rhinitis. The recommended initial dose of XYZAL is 1.25 mg (1/2 teaspoon oral solution) (2.5 mL) once daily in the evening. The 1.25 mg once daily dose should not be exceeded based on comparable exposure to adults receiving 5 mg [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

How long does it take for Xyzal to work?

XYZAL starts working one hour after taking the medication. What sizes of XYZAL are available? XYZAL tablets are available in 10 count, 35 count, 55 count, 80 count and 110 — (110 count is only available at club stores). Also, Children’s XYZAL is available in a 5 oz. liquid solution. Where can I get more information about XYZAL?