| Pronunciation |
 (LEE
voe kab as
teen) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Livostin® |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| Levocabastine Hydrochloride |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine; Antihistamine, H1 Blocker, Ophthalmic |
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| Use |
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Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Contraindications |
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Hypersensitivity to any component of product; while soft contact lenses are being worn |
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| Warnings/Precautions |
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Safety and efficacy in children <12 years of age have not been established; not for injection; not for use in patients wearing soft contact lenses during treatment |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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>10%: Local: Transient burning, stinging, discomfort 1% to 10%: Central nervous system: Headache, somnolence, fatigue Dermatologic: Rash Gastrointestinal: Xerostomia Ocular: Blurred vision, eye pain, somnolence, red eyes, eyelid edema Respiratory: Dyspnea |
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| Drug Interactions |
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No data reported |
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| Mechanism of Action |
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Potent, selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist for topical ophthalmic use |
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| Pharmacodynamics/Kinetics |
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Absorption: Topical: Systemically absorbed |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children >12 years and Adults: Instill 1 drop in affected eye(s) 4 times/day for up to 2 weeks |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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May cause drowsiness |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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None reported |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Shake well before using |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Shake well before using |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Suspension, ophthalmic, as hydrochloride: 0.05% (2.5 mL, 5 mL, 10 mL) |
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