CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Cetirizine hydrochloride is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. It is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, or runny nose.Cetirizine hydrochloride is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by hives. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Usage

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Common Cold, Hives
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Eyes Itching, Sneezing, Nose Itching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Do not drive or operate machinery after taking cetirizine because you may feel sleepy.
  • Avoid alcohol intake while taking this drug.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects: changes in vision, severe dry mouth, trouble urinating, constipation or drowsiness.Do not start or continue the cetirizine tablets:If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to cetirizine or any of the other ingredients of cetirizine tablet.
  •  If you have severe kidney problem or severe liver problem.
  •  If you are pregnant or breast feeding.
  • Doctor’s advice should be considered before taking cetirizine tablets in case of any following disease conditions such as fits, severe kidney impairment, intolerance to sugars.
  • Take cetirizine exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • You may take cetirizine with or without food.
  • The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Constipation, Stomach Pain, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Dry Mouth, Throat Soreness, Cough, Nausea, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Insomnia, Breathlessness, Confusion, Eyes Blurred Vision, Pounding Heart (pulse), Weakness (generalized), Hyperactive Behavior, Decreased Urination

Rare Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE can interfere with: Alcoholism, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE as Ingredient

ALERID D TABPHENYLEPHRINE 10 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG
BRONCODIL SYRGUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 15 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG
CETRIZ TABCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 MG
INCID-L TABCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 MG
KOLQ TAB TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 52.28 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG
RELENT PLUS SYPAMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 6 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG
SUMO COLD TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, CAFFEINE 25 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG