levocetirizine (Xyzal)

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Introduction

Tradename: Xyzal (Low-sedating antihistamine) 2.5-5 mg PO QD

Tabs: 2.5, 5 mg

Pharmacokinetics

  • onset of action: 1 hour

elimination via liver

elimination via kidney

Mechanism of action

L-isomer of cetirizine

More general terms

References

  1. Prescriber's Letter 14(9): 2007 New drug: Xyzal (levocetirizine) Detail-Document#: http://prescribersletter.com/(5bhgn1a4ni4cyp2tvybwfh55)/pl/ArticleDD.aspx?li=1&st=1&cs=&s=PRL&pt=3&fpt=25&dd=230910&pb=PRL (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
  2. Prescriber's Letter 15(7): 2008 Comparison of Antihistamines Detail-Document#: http://prescribersletter.com/(5bhgn1a4ni4cyp2tvybwfh55)/pl/ArticleDD.aspx?li=1&st=1&cs=&s=PRL&pt=3&fpt=25&dd=240707&pb=PRL (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com