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levocetirizine (Xyzal)
Tradename: Xyzal (Low-sedating antihistamine) 2.5-5 mg PO QD
Tabs: 2.5, 5 mg
Pharmacokinetics:
- onset of action: 1 hour
Mechanism of action: L-isomer of cetirizine
Interactions
drug adverse effects of H1 receptor antagonists
General
cetirizine (Zyrtec, Alertisin, Reactine, Zerviate)
Properties
MISC-INFO: elimination route LIVER
KIDNEY
pregnancy-category ?
safety in lactation ?
References
- Prescriber's Letter 14(9): 2007
New drug: Xyzal (levocetirizine)
Detail-Document#: 230910
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- Prescriber's Letter 15(7): 2008
Comparison of Antihistamines
Detail-Document#: 240707
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