Cetirizine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Side effects
Sleepiness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cetirizine is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Cetirizine is belongs to the category of an antihistaminic drug. It makes the condition better by treating the allergy symptoms such as such as swelling, itching, and rashes by blocking the chemical messenger (histamine) & its effects in the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can you take Cetirizine for prickly heat? Cetirizine can work against prickly heat to reduce the itching. Consult the doctor before use..
Q. Can I take Cetirizine with high blood pressure? Patients with high blood pressure can take Cetirizine. It is recommended to follow your doctor advice before using this medication..
Q. Does Cetirizine make you gain weight? It is rarely seen, but there is a possibility that Cetirizine, like other anti-histamines, might cause weight gain.
Q. Is Cetirizine safe? Cetirizine is safe at the prescribed dose by the doctor. It is recommended to follow your doctor advice before using this medication..
Q. Is Cetirizine good for cold/ used for sore throat/ allergic reaction/itching/hives? Cetirizine is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, or runny nose. It is also used to treat hives, but not used for sore throat. It is recommended to follow your doctor advice before using this medication..
Q. Can I take Cetirizine with loratadine/ diphenhydramine/ brompheniramine/ fexofenadine? No. Patient should not take Cetirizine with these drugs as they are from same category of antihistamines. It is recommended to follow your doctor advice before using this medication..
Q. Does Cetirizine make you sleepy or cause drowsiness? Patient may feel sleepy after taking Cetirizine. Always consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Cetirizine with Betahistine? Cetirizine should not be taken with Betahistine as Cetirizine has antihistamine action and Betahistine has histamine-like action. Using the two medicines together may lower the efficacy of either of them.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Cetirizine to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes. It's much less likely to make you feel sleepy than other similar medications.It is okay to take Cetirizine with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cetirizine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Do not drink alcohol while taking Cetirizine as it may cause increased sleepiness.Stop taking Cetirizine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.Your doctor has prescribed Cetirizine to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.It's much less likely to make you feel sleepy than other similar medications.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.Stop taking Cetirizine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Product Details
SKU: PC-6945 Product Description: Cetzine Syrup 60 ml is manufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd Packing: Bottle Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.