R & Shot Soft Capsule (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 6 years should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime. Patients sensitive to adverse reactions may take 5 mg in the morning and evening, and the dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms. Patients with kidney impairment should have their dosage and administration interval adjusted based on creatinine clearance.

Child dose

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

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic to certain ingredients or those who have previously experienced allergic reactions to similar medications. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 6 years of age should not use this medication. During the use of this medication, certain drugs should not be taken together, such as theophylline and ritonavir. Since this medication can be secreted in small amounts in breast milk, it is advisable to stop breastfeeding while taking it. It is also safe not to take it with alcoholic beverages such as alcohol. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, elderly patients, patients with epilepsy, and those at risk of seizures should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. Those with diseases that prevent normal urination should be cautious when taking this medication. In the event of an overdose, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, rapid heartbeat, and inability to urinate may occur, and if these symptoms appear, medical consultation should be sought immediately. This medication may have side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, and indigestion, so if symptoms are severe, consult a doctor. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery after taking this medication as attention may be diminished if taken with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants. It is recommended to stop taking this medication before allergy reaction tests, and taking it with food does not significantly affect the absorption amount. Finally, this medication should be stored out of the reach of children and kept in the original container to maintain drug quality.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• difficulty breathing
• jaundice
• liver abnormalities
• severe allergic reactions
• severe skin reactions
• serious neurological symptoms
• severe edema or urinary abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Confusion
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fatigue
• headache
• malaise
• dilated pupils
• itching
• restlessness
• sedation

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with excessive alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Purple transparent oval soft capsule containing colorless to light purple contents

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)