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LEVOCETIRIZINA 5 mg Film-Coated Tablets

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Andrei Popov

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Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

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About the medicine

How to use LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Introduction
  2. What is Levocetirizine Viatris and what is it used for
  3. What you need to know before taking Levocetirizine Viatris
  4. How to take Levocetirizine Viatris
  5. Possible side effects
  6. Storage of Levocetirizine Viatris
  7. Contents of the pack and further information

Introduction

Patient Information Leaflet

Levocetirizine Viatris 5 mg film-coated tablets EFG

For adults and children from 6 years of age

Levocetirizine dihydrochloride

Read this leaflet carefully before starting to take this medicine because it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet, as you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others, as it may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
  • If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack:

  1. What is Levocetirizine Viatris and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before taking Levocetirizine Viatris
  3. How to take Levocetirizine Viatris
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of Levocetirizine Viatris
  6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What is Levocetirizine Viatris and what is it used for

The active substance of Levocetirizine Viatris is levocetirizine dihydrochloride. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic medicine for the treatment of symptoms associated with:

  • Allergic rhinitis (including persistent allergic rhinitis);

Urticaria.

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2. What you need to know before taking Levocetirizine Viatris

Do not take Levocetirizine Viatris

  • If you are allergic to levocetirizine dihydrochloride, cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or any of the other ingredients of Levocetirizine Viatris (listed in section 6).
  • If you have severe kidney disease that requires dialysis.

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Levocetirizine Viatris.

If you have any condition that prevents you from emptying your bladder (such as spinal cord injury or enlarged prostate), please inform your doctor.

If you are epileptic or have a risk of seizures, please consult your doctor, as the use of levocetirizine may worsen the seizures.

If you are going to have an allergy test, ask your doctor if you need to stop taking levocetirizine a few days before. This medicine may affect the results of the allergy test.

Children

The use of levocetirizine is not recommended in children under 6 years of age, as the film-coated tablets do not allow for dose adjustment.

Other medicines and Levocetirizine Viatris

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.

Taking Levocetirizine Viatris with food, drinks, and alcohol

Caution is recommended if you take levocetirizine and alcohol or other substances that act on the brain at the same time.

In sensitive patients, taking levocetirizine with alcohol or other substances that act on the brain may cause additional decreased attention and performance. You can take levocetirizine with or without food.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Driving and using machines

Some patients treated with levocetirizine may experience drowsiness, fatigue, and exhaustion. Be careful if you are driving or using machinery until you know how this medicine affects you. However, in special tests conducted in healthy individuals, no alterations in attention, reaction capacity, or driving ability were detected after taking levocetirizine at the recommended dose.

Levocetirizine Viatris contains lactose

If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult them before taking this medicine.

3. How to take Levocetirizine Viatris

Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine given by your doctor or pharmacist. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

The recommended dose for adults and children from 6 years of age is one tablet per day.

Special dosing instructions for specific populations:

Renal and hepatic impairment

Patients with renal impairment should receive a lower dose according to the severity of their kidney disease, and in children, the dose will also be chosen based on body weight; the dose will be decided by your doctor.

Patients with severe kidney disease that requires dialysis should not take levocetirizine.

Patients with only hepatic impairment should take the normal prescribed dose.

Patients with both hepatic and renal impairment should take a lower dose based on the severity of their kidney disease, and in children, the dose will also be chosen based on body weight; the dose to be taken will be determined by your doctor.

Patient over 65 years of age

In elderly patients, no dose adjustment is necessary if their renal function is normal.

Use in children

The use of levocetirizine is not recommended in children under 6 years of age.

How and when should you take Levocetirizine Viatris?

For oral use only

The levocetirizine tablets should be swallowed whole with water and can be taken with or without food.

How long should your treatment with Levocetirizine Viatris last?The duration of treatment depends on the type, duration, and course of the symptoms and will be determined by your doctor.

If you take more Levocetirizine Viatris than you should

If you take more levocetirizine than you should, in adults, it may cause drowsiness. In children, it may initially cause agitation and restlessness followed by drowsiness.

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion of levocetirizine, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service. Phone 915 620 420.

If you forget to take Levocetirizine Viatris

If you have forgotten to take levocetirizine, or if you take a lower dose than prescribed by your doctor, do not take a double dose to make up for the forgotten doses. Continue taking your normal dose when it is due.

If you stop taking Levocetirizine Viatris

Stopping treatment should not have negative effects. However, rarely, intense itching (pruritus) may appear when stopping levocetirizine, even when these symptoms were not present at the start of treatment. The symptoms may disappear spontaneously. In some cases, the symptoms may be intense and require restarting treatment. The symptoms usually disappear when treatment is restarted.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people

Dry mouth, headache, fatigue, and drowsiness.

Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people

Exhaustion and abdominal pain.

Frequency not known: cannot be estimated from the available data

Other side effects have also been reported, such as palpitations, increased heart rate (tachycardia), seizures, tingling, dizziness, syncope, tremor, dysgeusia (altered sense of taste), sensation of rotation or movement, visual disturbances, blurred vision, oculogyric crisis (uncontrolled circular movements of the eyes), pain or difficulty urinating, inability to urinate, edema, pruritus (itching), rash, urticaria (swelling, redness, and itching of the skin), skin eruption, shortness of breath, weight gain, muscle pain, joint pain, aggressive or agitated behavior, hallucination, depression, insomnia, recurrent thoughts or concerns about suicide, nightmares, hepatitis, abnormal liver function, vomiting, increased appetite, nausea, and diarrhea. Intense itching (pruritus) when stopping treatment.

If you experience the first signs of a hypersensitivity reaction, stop taking levocetirizine and inform your doctor immediately. The symptoms of a hypersensitivity reaction may include: swelling of the mouth, tongue, face, and/or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing (chest tightness or wheezing), hives, sudden drop in blood pressure that may lead to collapse or shock, which can be fatal.

Reporting of side effects:

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Levocetirizine Viatris

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP. The first two digits indicate the month, and the last four digits indicate the year.

The expiry date is the last day of the month stated.

Store in the original package to protect from moisture.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return the containers and any unused medicines to the pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of containers and unused medicines. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and further information

Composition of Levocetirizine Viatris

  • The active substance is levocetirizine dihydrochloride.
  • Each film-coated tablet contains 5 mg of levocetirizine dihydrochloride.
  • The other ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate (core) and hypromellose (E464), titanium dioxide (E171), and macrogol 400 (coating).

Appearance of the product and pack contents

The film-coated tablets are white or almost white, oval, biconvex, with the marking "L9CZ" engraved on one side and "5" on the other.

They are available in blisters of 7, 10, 14, 15, 20, 21, 28, 30, 40, 50, 56, 60, 70, 90, 100, 112, or 120 tablets per box.

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorisation holder and manufacturer

Marketing authorisation holder:

Viatris Pharmaceuticals, S.L.U.

C/ General Aranaz, 86

28027 - Madrid

Spain

Manufacturers:

Synthon BV

Microweg 22

6545 CM Nijmegen

Netherlands

Or

Synthon Hispania S.L.

Castelló 1

Polígono Las Salinas

08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat

Spain

Date of last revision of this leaflet:December 2024.

Detailed information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) https://www.aemps.gob.es/

Online doctors for LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Discuss questions about LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, including use, safety considerations and prescription review, subject to medical assessment and local regulations.

Doctor
5.0(38)

Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

Book a video appointment
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Yevgen Yakovenko

General medicine12 years of experience

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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Lina Travkina

General medicine13 years of experience

Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.

  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.

  • Digestive issues: gastritis, acid reflux (GERD), IBS, dyspepsia, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, functional bowel symptoms, intestinal infections.

  • Urological and infectious diseases: acute and recurrent cystitis, bladder and kidney infections, prevention of recurrent UTIs, asymptomatic bacteriuria.

  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.

  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.

  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.

  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.

  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.

  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.

  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.

  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.

  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.

  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.

  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

General medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies

  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management

  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses

  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment

  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance

  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis

  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care

  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring

  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal

  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Hocine Lokchiri

General medicine21 years of experience

Dr. Hocine Lokchiri is a French consultant with over 20 years of experience in General and Emergency Medicine. He works with adults and children, helping patients with urgent symptoms, infections, sudden health changes and everyday medical concerns that require timely evaluation. His background includes clinical practice in France, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates, which allows him to navigate different healthcare systems and manage a wide range of conditions with confidence. Patients value his calm, structured approach, clear explanations and evidence-based decision-making.

Online consultations with Dr. Lokchiri are suitable for many situations when someone needs quick medical guidance, reassurance or a clear next step. Common reasons for booking include:

  • fever, chills, fatigue and viral symptoms
  • cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, breathing discomfort
  • bronchitis and mild asthma flare-ups
  • nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, digestive infections
  • rashes, allergic reactions, redness, insect bites
  • muscle or joint pain, mild injuries, sprains
  • headache, dizziness, migraine symptoms
  • stress-related symptoms, sleep disturbances
  • questions about test results and treatment plans
  • management of chronic conditions in stable phases
Many patients reach out when symptoms appear suddenly and cause concern, when a child becomes unwell unexpectedly, when a rash changes or spreads, or when it’s unclear whether an in-person examination is necessary. His emergency medicine background is particularly valuable online, helping patients understand risk levels, identify warning signs and choose safe next steps.

Some situations are not suitable for online care. If a patient has loss of consciousness, severe chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, major trauma or symptoms suggesting a stroke or heart attack, he will advise seeking immediate local emergency services. This improves safety and ensures patients receive the right level of care.

Dr. Lokchiri’s professional training includes:

  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS/ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • eFAST and critical care transthoracic echocardiography
  • aviation medicine
He is an active member of several professional organisations, including the French Society of Emergency Medicine (SFMU), the French Association for Emergency Physicians (AMUF) and the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine (SGNOR). In consultations, he works with clarity and precision, helping patients understand their symptoms, possible risks and the safest treatment options.
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Frequently Asked Questions

LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

The active ingredient in LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is levocetirizine. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

The average pharmacy price for LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is around 5.9 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.

LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is manufactured by Viatris Pharmaceuticals S.L.U.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether LEVOCETIRIZINE VIATRIS 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

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Other medicines with the same active substance (levocetirizine) include ARALEVO 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, LEVOCETIRIZINE AUROVITAS SPAIN 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, LEVOCETIRIZINE BLUEFISH 5 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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