Description
Zyrtec 60ml Syrup 5mg/5ml Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Cetirizine Dihydrochloride
Used For
Allergy
How it works
It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.
Usage And Safety
Dosage
Oral Solution: Adults and children 6 years and above: 10mg daily. Adults and children aged 12 years and above: 10ml once daily. Children aged between 6 to 11 years: Either 5ml twice daily or 10ml once daily. Children aged between 2-5 years: 5mg daily. Either 5ml once daily or 2.5ml twice daily. Insufficient clinical data to recommend the use of cetirizine in children under 2 years of age. Elderly subjects: There is no data to suggest that the dose should be reduced in elderly patients, provided that the renal function is normal OR As directed by your physician .
Side Effects
If you experience any of the following, stop taking this medicine and talk to your doctor: Confusion , Hallucinations , Abnormal liver function tests , Rapid heartbeat , Loss of consciousness . Other effects which may occur include: Common (affecting 1 in 100 to 1 in 10 people): Headache and dizziness , Drowsiness or tiredness , Restlessness , Dry mouth, sore throat , Upset stomach, diarrhoea, nausea , Runny nose . Uncommon (affecting 1 in 1000 to 1 in 100 people): Agitation , Weakness , Malaise , Pins & needles , Itching , Rash , Abdominal pain .
Drug Interactions
CNS suppresants , alcohol
Indication
This medicine is used to relieve: • Symptoms of hayfever and other allergies such as sneezing, runny nose and burning, itchy eyes • Symptoms of skin allergies such as rash, itching or urticaria (hives) .
When not to Use
Do not take if you: • Are allergic (hypersensitive) to cetirizine dihydrochloride or any of the other ingredients in the medicine. • Have serious kidney problems .
Precautions
Precaution
f you are due to have an allergy test, ask your doctor if you should stop taking cetirizine dihydrochloride oral solution for several days before testing. This medicine may affect your allergy test results.
Warnings
Warning 1
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you: • Have epilepsy or are at risk of convulsions. • Have problems passing urine (like spinal cord problems, prostate or bladder problems) .
Warning 2
Tests have shown that this medicine does not cause drowsiness in the vast majority of people using it. Therefore it will not normally affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However there may be very rare exceptions and if you experience dizziness, nausea or drowsiness, do not drive or operate machinery.
Warning 3
This product contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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