Alsejinjeong 10 mg (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 6 years should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, the dosage may be divided and administered as 5 mg in the morning and evening. Adjustments may be made according to age and symptoms. For patients with renal impairment, dosing intervals and amounts should be adjusted based on renal function. Refer to the dosage adjustment table for specific guidance.

Child dose

Children over 6 years should take 10 mg orally once daily before bedtime. In children with renal impairment, individual dosage adjustments should be made considering the patient's renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic or hypersensitive to specific components. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years old should not use this medication. Those with lactose intolerance or certain genetic issues should also avoid this medication. During the use of this medication, it should not be taken with certain drugs, especially caution is needed when used with theophylline or ritonavir. Taking alcohol may increase the risk of side effects; therefore, it should be avoided. Individuals with kidney or liver issues, the elderly, epilepsy patients, pregnant or nursing women should consult a medical professional before using this medication. In the case of overdose, symptoms of central nervous system anomalies or various other side effects may appear; therefore, use should be immediately stopped and medical attention sought. It is advisable to discontinue this medication for a period before allergy testing. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery, and it is safest to not exceed the recommended dosage. Taking with food may slow absorption but the effect is maintained. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container to maintain the quality and safety of the medication.

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 attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine.

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Avoid taking this medication with excessive alcohol.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it must be stored in a sealed container. It is best to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's efficacy and safety for a longer period.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle