Shinil Cetirizine Tablets (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 6 years of age should take 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. Patients sensitive to adverse reactions may take 5mg split into morning and evening doses. Dosage may be appropriately increased or decreased according to age and symptoms. In patients with renal impairment, dosing intervals should be adjusted according to renal function and dosage should be modified based on creatinine clearance.

Child dose

Children over 6 years of age should take 10mg orally once daily before bedtime. For pediatric patients with renal impairment, dosage should be adjusted according to renal clearance and body weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic or hypersensitive to specific ingredients. In particular, patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years old should not use this medication. Additionally, individuals with genetic issues that prevent lactose digestion should not take this medication. It is important not to take this medication in conjunction with certain drugs; for example, drugs that may interact such as theophylline or ritonavir should not be combined. Excessive alcohol should be avoided while taking this medication, and it is advisable not to use it with other antihistamines. Patients with kidney or liver function issues or older individuals should consult with a physician or pharmacist before use. Furthermore, patients at risk for seizures or those who have difficulty urinating should also be cautious. Pregnant or nursing women should consult with a professional before using this medication, as it can pass into breast milk and potentially affect the baby. If any unusual symptoms occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and medical advice should be sought. In cases of overdose, confusion, drowsiness, headache, rapid heartbeat, and urinary issues may occur, so caution is necessary. It is advisable to discontinue this medication for a certain period before allergy testing, and care should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Food may affect the rate of drug absorption, although it does not significantly impact the total absorption.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, anaphylactic shock → severe allergic reaction; high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, oral/eye mucosal pain → severe skin adverse reactions; difficulty breathing, bronchospasm → respiratory problems; yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), hepatitis → liver abnormalities (jaundice); sudden headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis → serious neurological symptoms; significantly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• lethargy
• numbness
• weakness
• anxiety
• sensory abnormalities
• mild sedation
• fatigue
• dizziness

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with excessive amounts of alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*1), 300 tablets/bottle