Avozine 5mg Tablet

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Overview

Avozine 5mg Tablet is supplied as a tablet, with Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg. It is supplied in a pack size of 10s.

No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.

If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, with or without food, once daily, preferably at the same time each day. Avoid crushing or chewing the tablet unless advised otherwise. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is close to the time for the next dose, in which case skip the missed dose.

Dosage

The usual adult and adolescent dose is one tablet (5mg) taken once daily. Dosing may need to be reduced in individuals with kidney impairment, and such adjustments should be guided by a pharmacist or doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose, as this does not improve effectiveness and may increase the risk of side effects.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original blister packaging until ready for use, and keep out of reach of children.

Side Effects

  • Drowsiness or fatigue
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Sore throat or cough
  • Dizziness
  • Nasal congestion

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to levocetirizine, cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or piperazine derivatives
  • Severe kidney impairment requiring dose adjustment under medical supervision
  • Not recommended for young children below the age specified on the packaging without medical advice
  • Caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised by a healthcare professional

Drug / Food Interactions

  • May increase drowsiness when combined with alcohol or other sedating medicines
  • Caution when taken together with other antihistamines to avoid additive sedative effects
  • Inform your pharmacist of all other medicines you are taking, especially those affecting the kidneys
  • No major food restrictions are typically required, though alcohol should be limited due to increased sedation risk

Quick Tips

  • Take at the same time each day for consistent allergy control
  • Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine to reduce the risk of increased drowsiness
  • Assess your response before driving or operating machinery, particularly when starting treatment
  • Continue treatment for the recommended duration for conditions like chronic hives, as advised on the packaging or by a pharmacist
  • Seek medical advice if allergy symptoms do not improve or worsen despite treatment

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Safe If Prescribed

This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.

Breastfeeding

Use With Care

Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Generally Safe

Generally safe, but caution may be required in some patients.

Alcohol

Not Advisable

It is not advisable to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

Driving

Use With Care

Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.

Relevant Information

Avozine 5mg Tablet is a widely available over-the-counter antihistamine option in Malaysia and Singapore, popular for its once-daily dosing and generally low sedation profile. It is suitable for both occasional and ongoing allergy symptom management, though individuals with pre-existing conditions should check with a pharmacist before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandApex
ClassificationNon-prescription
Ingredients / Active IngredientsLevocetirizine
Pack Size10s
Shelf LifeAvozine 5mg Tablet should be used within the shelf-life period printed on the packaging when stored under the recommended conditions. Do not use the tablets after the expiry date shown on the box or blister strip.

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Important Medical Information

💊 Recommended Dosage:

The usual adult and adolescent dose is one tablet (5mg) taken once daily. Dosing may need to be reduced in individuals with kidney impairment, and such adjustments should be guided by a pharmacist or doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose, as this does not improve effectiveness and may increase the risk of side effects.

🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
  • Known hypersensitivity to levocetirizine, cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or piperazine derivatives
  • Severe kidney impairment requiring dose adjustment under medical supervision
  • Not recommended for young children below the age specified on the packaging without medical advice
  • Caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised by a healthcare professional
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
  • Drowsiness or fatigue
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Sore throat or cough
  • Dizziness
  • Nasal congestion
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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