Glencet 5mg Tablet

Glencet 5mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine 5mg, a second-generation antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and chronic urticaria (hives). It is the active R-enantiomer of cetirizine, offering effective relief from sneezing, runny or itchy nose, itchy or watery eyes, and itchy skin or hives caused by allergic reactions, with a low tendency to cause drowsiness compared to older first-generation antihistamines.

Despite Levocetirizine being a drug class that is often available without a prescription in many markets, Glencet 5mg Tablet is specifically classified as requiring a doctor’s prescription for this brand and listing on DoctorOnCall. A doctor’s assessment helps confirm the diagnosis and ensures the medicine is appropriate for the individual. Through DoctorOnCall, customers can complete an online consultation with a registered doctor who will review their symptoms and, if appropriate, issue a prescription so the medicine can be dispensed safely.

Levocetirizine works by selectively blocking histamine H1 receptors, preventing histamine (a chemical released during allergic reactions) from binding to these receptors and triggering symptoms such as itching, sneezing, nasal congestion, and swelling. By blocking this pathway, Levocetirizine helps reduce the intensity of allergic symptoms while causing comparatively less sedation than older antihistamines, as it crosses into the brain to a lesser extent.

Glencet 5mg Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by the prescribing doctor, typically once daily, with or without food, and swallowed with a glass of water. It may be taken in the evening if drowsiness is a concern for some individuals, and the doctor’s instructions on duration of treatment should be followed, particularly for chronic conditions like ongoing urticaria.

The standard adult dose is one 5mg tablet once daily, as prescribed by the doctor, with dose adjustment required for patients with reduced kidney function. Dosing in children and elderly patients may differ and should follow the prescribing doctor’s specific instructions rather than the standard adult dose.

Glencet 5mg Tablet should be used before the expiry date printed on the blister strip and outer carton. Do not use the tablets beyond this date, as effectiveness cannot be guaranteed thereafter.

Store Glencet 5mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep tablets in their original packaging until ready for use, and keep out of the reach of children.

• Known hypersensitivity to levocetirizine, cetirizine, or any component of the tablet
• Severe renal impairment (end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis)
• Not recommended for children under the age specified by the prescribing doctor

• Alcohol may increase drowsiness when taken together with Glencet
• Other sedating medicines (e.g. sleeping tablets, certain anxiety medicines) may increase central nervous system depression
• Theophylline may slightly reduce clearance of levocetirizine
• Inform your doctor of all other medicines you are taking, including over-the-counter products

• Take Glencet at the same time each day for consistent symptom relief
• Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine to reduce the risk of drowsiness
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you
• Complete the full course as advised by your doctor, especially for chronic urticaria
• Report persistent or severe side effects to your doctor

Glencet 5mg Tablet requires a valid prescription for this brand and listing on DoctorOnCall, even though levocetirizine as an active ingredient is commonly available over the counter in some other markets and formulations. Patients using this medicine for chronic conditions such as long-standing hives should have regular follow-up with their doctor to reassess ongoing treatment needs.