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Zyrtec 10mg contains the main active ingredient certirizine, this is an allergy medicine indicated in the treatment of urticaria, allergic rhinitis. To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
1. What is Zyrtec 10mg?
Zyrtec 10mg drug is a product of UCB Pharchim SA (Switzerland) containing the main active ingredient is Cetirizine - an antihistamine used in the treatment of diseases such as urticaria, seasonal allergic rhinitis and perennial allergic rhinitis. .2. Uses of the drug Zyrtec 10 mg
Zyrtec 10mg medicine is indicated for use in adults, children 6 years of age and older in the following cases:
Treatment of symptoms affecting the nose and eyes of seasonal allergic rhinitis and perennial allergic rhinitis . Treatment of the symptoms of chronic idiopathic urticaria.
3. How to take Zyrtec 10 mg
How to use: Zyrtec 10mg film-coated tablets for oral use.
Specific dosage is as follows:
Adults: The usual dose is 10 mg once a day. An initial dose of 5 mg may be recommended if symptoms are controlled at this dose. Children: Children from 2 to 6 years old: 2.5 mg x 2 times/day. Children from 6 to 12 years old: 5mg x 2 times/day. Children over 12 years old: 10 mg/time/day. Elderly: No dose reduction is required in the elderly with normal renal function. Patients with renal impairment: if no alternative therapy is available, the dosing interval should be adjusted according to renal function. Patients with hepatic impairment: No dosage adjustment is required. Note: The above dosages are for reference only. Patients should consult their doctor to get the right dosage depending on each person's condition.
4. Contraindications of Zyrtec 10 mg
Zyrtec is contraindicated in patients:
Patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug, or to hydroxyzine or any derivative of piperazine. Patients with severe renal impairment have creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min.
5. Side effects of Zyrtec 10 mg
When using Zyrtec, you may experience side effects such as:
Uncommon: Paresthesia. Rare: Tachycardia, thrombocytopenia, taste disturbances, dystonia, dyskinesia, syncope, tremor, convulsions, accommodation disorders, blurred vision, ophthalmic disorders, dysuria, urination enuresis, edema, hypersensitivity, anaphylaxis, liver function abnormalities (increased transaminases, alkaline phosphatase, γ-GT, bilirubin), aggression, confusion, depression, paranoia, insomnia.
6. Precautions when using Zyrtec 10 mg
Zyrtec 10 mg should be used with caution in the following cases:
Alcoholic patients: There are no clinically significant interactions of the drug with alcohol (at a blood alcohol concentration of 0.5 g/L). ) has been demonstrated at therapeutic doses. However, caution should be exercised if the drug is taken concomitantly with alcohol. The drug should be used with caution in patients at risk for urinary retention (eg, spinal cord injury, prostatic hypertrophy) because cetirizine may increase the risk of urinary retention. The drug should be used with caution in epileptic patients and in patients at risk of convulsions. Skin reactions: Itching and/or urticaria may occur upon discontinuation of cetirizine, although these did not occur prior to initiation of treatment. Allergy skin tests: Antihistamines inhibit allergic skin tests, patients should be discontinued 3 days before performing these tests. The drug contains the excipient sorbitol. Patients with hereditary fructose intolerance should not take this medicine. Parabens: This medicine contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate or propyl parahydroxybenzoate, which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Zyrtec 10mg is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. Ability to drive and use machines: Objective measurements have shown that at a dose of 10 mg, the drug did not cause any clinical manifestations related to the ability to drive or cause somnolence. However, patients who have experienced drowsiness should not drive or operate machinery. Patients planning to drive or engage in potentially hazardous activities should not exceed the recommended dose and should consider their response to the drug. Pregnancy: Zyrtec 10mg should be used with caution in pregnant women. Lactation: Caution should be exercised when Zyrtec 10mg is administered to a nursing woman. Zyrtec 10mg contains the main active ingredient certirizine, this is an allergy medicine indicated in the treatment of urticaria, allergic rhinitis. To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
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