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Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Levocetirizine (5mg)
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is used for allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) symptoms such as sneezing, runny/blocked nose, itchy/watery eyes; urticaria (hives) and other allergic skin conditions with itching.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹217₹7.22 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Levocetirizine (5mg)
Available variants: tablet 5 mg 30`S
Best price: ₹217 (₹7.22 per tablet)
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA 2
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet contains Levocetirizine (5mg). It belongs to the Second-generation H1 antihistamine class of medicines.
Uses of Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
- Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) symptoms such as sneezing
- runny/blocked nose
- itchy/watery eyes; urticaria (hives) and other allergic skin conditions with itching.
Key benefits
- Relieves sneezing and runny nose
- Reduces itchy/watery eyes
- Helps in hives (urticaria) and skin itching
- Long-lasting 24-hour allergy relief
How Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet works
Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that selectively blocks peripheral H1 histamine receptors. This reduces the effects of histamine released during allergy, thereby relieving sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itching.
How to take Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Oral tablet. Take as prescribed; commonly 1 tablet once daily, preferably in the evening. Can be taken with or without food. Swallow with water; do not exceed recommended dose.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Most side effects of Teczine are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Sleepiness/drowsiness
- dry mouth
- fatigue
- headache
- dizziness
- nausea
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Use with caution |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
May cause drowsiness—avoid driving or operating machinery if affected. Use with caution in kidney disease (dose adjustment may be needed); consult doctor before use. Not for self-use in children unless advised by a doctor. Stop and seek medical help if allergic reaction occurs (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
Do not take Teczine if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.
Interactions with other medicines
Alcohol (increases drowsiness), CNS depressants/sedatives (additive sedation), theophylline (may reduce clearance slightly), other antihistamines (increased side effects)
How to store Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Expert advice for Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Taking it at bedtime reduces the impact of any drowsiness. Identify and avoid your triggers where you can — dust, pollen, cold air.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- SUN PHARMA 2
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-allergic
- Drug class:
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
Substitutes for Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Levocetirizine (5mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cetrezol 10 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹20 | 91% cheaper |
| Okacet TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹21 | 90% cheaper |
| Zipcet TabletZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹36 | 83% cheaper |
| Bonalirz Tablet24C DERMA LABS | tablet · 10`S | ₹48 | 78% cheaper |
| Allercet L TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹59 | 73% cheaper |
| Allercet-LMICRO LABS | 10`s | ₹60 | 72% cheaper |
| Oriel 5 mg TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹61 | 72% cheaper |
| Cetrezol L TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹62 | 71% cheaper |
| Levapp TabletAPEX LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹63 | 71% cheaper |
| Cetalore 5 mg TabletKLM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹64 | 71% cheaper |
| Arocet 60 mlCAPITAL PHARMA | 60ML | ₹83 | 61% cheaper |
| Teczine 5 mg TabletSUN PHARMA 2 | tablet · 10`S | ₹91 | 58% cheaper |
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Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet FAQs
What is Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet used for?
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is commonly used for Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) symptoms such as sneezing, runny/blocked nose, itchy/watery eyes; urticaria (hives) and other allergic skin conditions with itching. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet contains Levocetirizine (5mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Oral tablet. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet work?
Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that selectively blocks peripheral H1 histamine receptors.
Is Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet a prescription medicine?
No. Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Teczine are Sleepiness/drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, dizziness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Teczine.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Use with caution
What if I miss a dose of Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet habit forming?
No. Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Cetrezol 10 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹20 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet starts at ₹217 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 5 mg 30`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet?
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is manufactured by SUN PHARMA 2. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet delivered?
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Levocetirizine (5mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹217 (₹7.22 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- SUN PHARMA 2
- Manufacturer
- SUN PHARMA 2
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-allergic
- Drug class
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 5 mg 30`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Manufacturer labeling/pack insert, established medical literature for levocetirizine
- Indian drug brand databases/market information
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Teczine 5 mg Cp Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.