Xyzal Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Xyzal side effects are headache, dry mouth, fatigue, sleepiness, weakness and abdominal pain. Rare Xyzal side effects may include shortness of breath, nausea, weight gain, agitation or aggression, visual disturbances, palpitations, liver problems, and allergic reactions.
Xyzal Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Xyzal side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
Xyzal is a non-sedating antihistamine. Xyzal works by preventing the actions of histamine, which is a substance produced by the body as part of its defense mechanisms. It is stored in cells called mast cells, in almost all tissues of the body. When the body reacts to a foreign substance such as an allergen, the mast cells stimulated by the allergen release their stores of histamine. The histamine then binds to its receptors (H-1 receptors), causing a reaction that results in allergic symptoms. It causes an increase in blood flow to the area of the allergy, and the release of other chemicals that add to the allergic response.
Histamine causes inflammation of the nose, eyes, skin or airways and results in itchy watery eyes, a runny nose, sneezing and nasal congestion. Xyzal works by blocking histamine receptors. Xyzal can also be used to relieve the symptoms of idiopathic urticaria. This is a chronic itchy rash but with no obvious cause. Blocking the actions of histamine relieves the itching and reduces the rash associated with this condition. Xyzal is non-sedating as it does not enter the brain in significant amounts, and is therefore unlikely to cause drowsiness. However, some people may experience some slight sleepiness or fatigue. Main ingredient in Xyzal is Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride.
Xyzal Warning
Although Xyzal is a non-sedating antihistamine, it may cause some sleepiness, which may affect the ability to drive or operate machinery.
Avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol while taking Xyzal.
Xyzal Caution
Xyzal should to be used in Severely decreased kidney function.
Allergy to medicines that contain piperazine derivatives.
Xyzal tablets should not be used in children under six years old.
Xyzal solution should not be used in children under two years old.
Xyzal tablets contain lactose.
Xyzal solution contains maltitol and may not be suitable for people with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Xyzal and inform your physician or pharmacist immediately.
Xyzal and Pregnancy
Let your physician know if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using Xyzal.
The safety of Xyzal during pregnancy has not been established. It should therefore be used with caution during pregnancy.
Xyzal may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while using Xyzal.
Xyzal Overdose
Xyzal overdose symptoms may include sleepiness, agitation and restlessness in adults, drowsiness in children. In case of Xyzal overdose seek medical help right away.
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