Levocet vs Xyzal: price, salt & differences
Levocet and Xyzal both contain Levocetirizine 5 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Levocet by Hetero Healthcare Limited is ₹52.9 for 10 tablets (₹5.29 per tablet) and Xyzal by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd is ₹225 for 15 tablets (₹15 per tablet), so Levocet works out cheaper per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Levocet
Levocetirizine 5 mg · Hetero Healthcare Limited
MRP ₹52.90 for 10
₹5.29 / tablet
Levocetirizine 5 mg detailsXyzal
Levocetirizine 5 mg · Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
MRP ₹225.00 for 15
₹15.00 / tablet
Levocetirizine 5 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Levocet | Xyzal |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Levocetirizine | Levocetirizine |
| Strength | 5 mg | 5 mg |
| Manufacturer | Hetero Healthcare Limited | Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd |
| Pack size | 10 tablets | 15 tablets |
| MRP | ₹52.9 for 10 tablets | ₹225 for 15 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹5.29 per tablet | ₹15 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Allergic rhinitis – sneezing, runny or blocked nose, itchy and watery eyes. | Allergic rhinitis – sneezing, runny or blocked nose, itchy and watery eyes. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Same allergy symptoms as cetirizine at half the dose; often a little less sedating. Reduce dose if kidneys are weak. | Same as Levocet – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Levocet और Xyzal में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Levocetirizine 5 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Levocet (Hetero Healthcare Limited) की MRP ₹52.9 (10 tablets) है और Xyzal (Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd) की MRP ₹225 (15 tablets)।
Is Levocet the same as Xyzal?
Yes, medically. Both contain Levocetirizine 5 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – Hetero Healthcare Limited and Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Levocet or Xyzal?
Levocet is cheaper per tablet at ₹5.29 against ₹15 for Xyzal. The strip prices are ₹52.9 for 10 tablets (Levocet) and ₹225 for 15 tablets (Xyzal).
Can I take Xyzal instead of Levocet?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Xyzal in place of Levocet if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Check your nearest Jan Aushadhi store or ask your pharmacist for a generic Levocetirizine 5 mg; the salt is the same regardless of brand.
Do I need a prescription for Levocet or Xyzal?
Yes. Levocetirizine is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Why is Xyzal so much more expensive than Levocet?
Xyzal is the original research brand of Levocetirizine, now sold in India by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd, and carries a premium price. Levocet from Hetero Healthcare Limited contains the same 5 mg of levocetirizine.
Sources
- MedlinePlus – Levocetirizine (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Cetirizine (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms