Juratek Tablet (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children aged 6 years and older should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. Patients sensitive to side effects may take 5 mg divided into morning and evening doses. Dosages may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms, and intervals and doses should be adjusted according to renal function. In cases of impaired renal function, doses and frequency should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. - Normal (CLcr ≥ 80

Child dose

Children aged 6 years and older should take 10 mg orally once a day before bedtime, the same as adults. In children with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted individually considering the renal clearance and body weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to specific ingredients or have shown hypersensitivity reactions. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under the age of 6 should not use this medication. This medication contains lactose, and patients with hereditary diseases that prevent lactose digestion should not take it. If this medication is used with certain other medications, it may affect the drug's efficacy, so it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. Excessive alcohol consumption while taking this medication should be avoided. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, elderly individuals, those with epilepsy, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a professional before taking this medication. This medication may exacerbate conditions where urination is impaired, so caution is advised in case of related disorders. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms may occur, and it is essential to consult medical personnel immediately. During the use of this medication, nervous system side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches may occur, so caution is needed while driving or operating machinery. It is advisable to stop taking this medication for a certain period before allergy tests. Store in a safe place out of reach of children, and avoid transferring the medication to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, 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, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• fatigue
• numbness
• weakness
• anxiety
• paresthesia
• lethargy
• tiredness
• 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 must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/PTP