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Livostin Nasal Spray is a medicine used to treat seasonal allergies in the nose. Its effects start immediately and last for several hours. Livostin quickly relieves the typical signs of allergic rhinitis (e.g. hay fever), such as sneezing, itching in the nose and nasal discharge.
Swissmedic-approved patient information
Livostin® Nasal SprayJanssen-Cilag AGLivostin Nasal Spray is a medicine used to treat seasonal allergies in the nose. Its effects start immediately and last for several hours. Livostin quickly relieves the typical signs of allergic rhinitis (e.g. hay fever), such as sneezing, itching in the nose and nasal discharge.
If you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, Livostin Nasal Spray should not be used. Livostin Nasal Spray should not be used if you have severe kidney dysfunction (kidney failure).
If you are unsure, ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
If you suffer from kidney dysfunction, the doctor, pharmacist or druggist must be made aware of it.
Do not use Livostin Nasal Spray for more than 2 weeks without a prescription. If the symptoms persist after this time, the doctor should be consulted. If prescribed by the doctor, the preparation can be used for longer than 2 weeks. In this case, it should not be used for more than 2 months with regular use.
Children under the age of 6 should not use Livostin Nasal Spray.
In general, Livostin Nasal Spray does not affect alertness or concentration. However, if you feel drowsy, be careful when driving or using machines.
Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you
Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific studies have never been carried out. Livostin nasal spray should not be used during pregnancy unless the doctor considers it absolutely necessary. This also applies to breastfeeding.
Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor, Livostin Nasal Spray is used as follows:
2 sprays per nostril twice a day.
Before using for the first time, press down the spray head several times after removing the protective cap until a fine mist comes out.
Blow your nose thoroughly and shake the bottle before each use. Insert the metered dose spray into the nostril. Hold the free nostril closed and inhale through your nose while depressing the spray head. Repeat on the other nostril.
Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
A very common side effect when using Livostin Nasal Spray
is a headache.
The following side effects can also occur frequently when using Livostin Nasal Spray:
The following side effects have been reported uncommonly:
Occasionally to very rarely are also the the following side effects occurred:
Rarely has also been reported the following side effects:
In individual cases, the following side effects were also observed:
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor , pharmacist or druggist or your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.
Keep out of the reach of children!
Store at room temperature (15-25°C).
The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. Close the bottle immediately after use.
Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.
Active ingredient: Levocabastine (as hydrochloride).
Microsuspension, containing: 0.5 mg levocabastine/ml.
Excipients: propylene glycol; Preservative: benzalkonium chloride.
50497 (Swissmedic).
In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.
10 ml dosing spray.
Janssen-Cilag AG, Zug, ZG.
This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in December 2013.