Hawon Cetirizine Tablets (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For adults and children aged 6 years and older, 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride should be taken orally once daily before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, 5mg can be divided into morning and evening doses. Dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms, and for patients with renal impairment, the dosing interval and amount must be adjusted based on renal function.

Child dose

For children aged 6 years and older, 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride should be taken orally once daily before bedtime. In pediatric patients with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted individually based on renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals with specific allergic reactions, patients with severely impaired kidney function, children under 6 years of age, and those with lactose intolerance or certain metabolic disorders. During treatment, certain medications should not be taken, especially since the concentration of this medication may change when used in conjunction with some bronchodilators or antiviral agents. Additionally, excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided while taking this medication, and it is advisable not to take it with other antihistamines. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, elderly individuals, patients with epilepsy, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should always consult with a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. This medication may exacerbate conditions that affect urination, so individuals with issues such as benign prostatic hyperplasia should exercise caution. If overdose occurs or unusual symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult with healthcare professionals for appropriate treatment based on the symptoms. This medication may cause various side effects such as drowsiness, headache, digestive disturbances, skin rashes, and liver function abnormalities; if symptoms persist, consult with specialists. It is recommended to temporarily discontinue this medication before allergy testing, and caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. Taking this medication with food does not significantly affect its efficacy, although the absorption rate may be slightly slower.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

• Confusion
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fatigue
• headache
• lethargy
• pupil dilation
• itching
• anxiety
• sedation

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with theophylline, ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with excessive alcohol.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage can help maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle