Description
WHAT Careway Allergy Relief CETIRIZINE 10 MG TABLETS ARE AND WHAT THEY ARE USED FOR
Cetirizine Dihydrochloride is the active ingredient of Careway Allergy Relief Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets.
Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets is an antiallergic medication.
In adults and children aged 6 year and above, Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets are indicated
for the relief of symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) and allergies such as dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), such as sneezing, itchy, runny and blocked nose, itchy, red and watery eyes.
for the relief of swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin (symptoms of chronic idiopathic urticaria, which is also known as chronic nettle rash).
Uses / Instructions
Always take Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.
Tablets need to be swallowed with a glass of liquid.
Children aged 6 to 12 years
The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily as half a tablet twice a day.
Adults and children aged 12 years and over:
The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily as one tablet.
Patients with moderate to severe renal impairment:
Patients with moderate renal impairment are recommended to take 5 mg once daily as a half tablet.
If you suffer from severe kidney disease, please contact your doctor or pharmacist who may adjust the dose accordingly.
If your child suffers from kidney disease, please contact your doctor or pharmacist who may adjust the dose according to your child’s needs.
If you feel that the effect of Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets is too weak or too strong, please consult your doctor.
Duration of treatment
The duration of treatment depends on the type, duration and course of your complaints.
Please ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
If you take more Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets than you should
If you think you have taken an overdose of Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets, please inform your doctor. Your doctor will then decide what measures, if any, should be taken.
After an overdose, the side effects described below may occur with increased intensity. Adverse effects such as confusion, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness, headache, ailing, dilating (widening) of the pupil, itching, restlessness, sedation, somnolence, stupor (lowered consciousness), abnormal rapid heart rate, tremors and urinary retention have been reported.
If you forget to take Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets
If you forget to take a tablet, take it as soon as you remember, but wait at least 24 hours before taking the next tablet. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you stop taking Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets
Rarely, pruritus (intense itching) and/or urticaria may return if you stop taking Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Warnings
Not suitable for:
children under 6 years old
Take extra care with this medication:
be careful if you feel drowsy
don’t drive or operate machinery if you are affected by drowsiness after taking this medication
this medication can increase the effects of alcohol
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you:
have problems with your kidneys
have problems passing urine
are epileptic
need to have an allergy skin test
have an enlarged prostate
are pregnant or breastfeeding
Side Effects
See packaging/patient information leaflet for details
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Cetirizine hydrochloride.
Excipients: Lactose Monohydrate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Maize Starch, Colloidal Anhydrous Silica, Magnesium Stearate & Talc.
Film coat contains:
Hypromellose, Lactose monohydrate, Titanium Dioxide, Macrogol 4000 & Sodium Citrate.
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