CETRIZINE
CHEMICAL FORMULA:C21H25CLN2O3
USES:
To Treat Various Allergic Conditions
Hay Fever
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Skin Reactions
Reactions To Insect Bites
Watery Eyes
Runny Nose
Sneezing
Itching
Allergic Skin Disorders
MECHANISM:
Cetirizine is an antihistamine class drug that reduces the histamine chemical
in the body.
Mainly histamine H1 receptor antagonist
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE OF:
(This is ideal dose for your knowledge.Do not
take without consult your DOCTOR or PHARMACIST)
6 months to 2 years:
2.5 mg orally once a day
2 to 5 years:
2.5 mg
orally once a day
Adults : 5 to 10 mg orally once a
day as per requirement
ADVISE:
SCHEDULE H PRESCRIPTION DRUG-mean-
Not to be sold by retail without the prescription of a Registered Medical
Practitioner.
relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives
and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching and irritation.
taken with or without food
any kidney problems or epilepsy consult with doctor
excreted in human breast milk
AVAILABILITY:
Tablet: 5/10 mg
Syrup
Drop
SIDE EFFECT OF :
Dizziness
drowsiness
heartburn
indigestion
stomach discomfort
tired feeling
dry mouth
nausea
constipation
headache
sleepiness
Confusion
problems with vision
DRUG
INTERACTION WITH:
Anticonvulsants
drug ( levetiracetam, phenytoin, valproic acid)
Antidepressants
drugs (clomipramine, escitalopram
fluvoxamine, phenelzine, isocarboxazid)
Antipsychotics
drugs ( aripiprazole, chlorpromazine)
Diazepam
temazepam
benztropine
hIV
medications(darunavir, lopinavir, ritonavir)
duloxetine
ketamine
lithium
opioids
other
antihistamines
zolpidem
voriconazole
MARKETED WITH OTHER DRUGS:
Cetirizine+ Paracetamol+ Pseudoephedrine
Cetirizine+ Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide+ Phenylephrine
Cetirizine 5mg + Dextromethorphan 10mg + Phenylephrine
Hydrochloride 5mg + Menthol 1.5mg/5mL
Cetirizine+Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ Paracetamol+
Phenylpropanolamine HCL
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