Nanotech Tablet (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

For adults and children over 6 years of age, administer 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day at bedtime. Patients sensitive to adverse reactions may take 5mg split into morning and evening doses, adjusting as necessary based on age and symptoms. For patients with renal impairment, the dosing interval should be adjusted according to renal function, and the dosage should be adjusted based on the creatinine clearance as follows: - Normal (≥80 mL/min): once daily, 10mg

Children's dosage

For children over 6 years of age, administer 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day at bedtime. Pediatric patients with renal impairment should have their dosage adjusted individually based on the patient’s renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by patients with allergies to hydroxyzine or piperazine derivatives, those with severely impaired renal function, and children under 6 years of age. During treatment with this medication, it should not be taken with certain drugs, such as theophylline or ritonavir. Taking these medications together may alter the concentration of this medication in the body, increasing the risk of side effects. It is also important not to consume excessive amounts of alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol may exacerbate side effects such as drowsiness or decreased concentration. Patients with renal or liver dysfunction and elderly individuals should consult with a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. Since this medication is primarily excreted through the kidneys, impaired function may lead to increased blood concentrations, requiring caution. Patients with epilepsy or those at risk of seizures, as well as pregnant or nursing women, should consult with a specialist before taking this medication. There is no evidence that this medication significantly affects the fetus during pregnancy; however, careful use is required. If abnormal symptoms such as confusion, severe drowsiness, dizziness, headache, skin rash, or difficulty breathing occur while taking this medication, stop immediately and consult with medical personnel. It is advisable to discontinue this medication before allergy testing, and caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery due to potential drowsiness or decreased reaction time. Finally, store this medication out of the reach of children and keep it in its original container to maintain safety and effectiveness.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), angioedema → severe allergic reaction
• Anaphylactic shock → severe allergic reaction
• Severe rashes with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, oral/ocular mucosal pain → severe skin reaction
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, bronchospasm → respiratory issues
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), jaundice, hepatitis → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and severe headache, convulsions, confusion

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• malaise
• numbness
• weakness
• restlessness
• sensory disturbances
• lethargy
• 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 can be sensitive to air and humidity, so it must be stored in a sealed container. It is advisable to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the medication's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

White to almost white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets per box [10 tablets/ PTP]