Allezir Tablet (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults and children aged 6 years and above should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. For patients sensitive to adverse reactions, 5 mg may be divided into morning and evening doses. In patients with renal impairment, the dosage and administration interval should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance.

Children's dosage

Children aged 6 years and above should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. In children with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted individually based on renal clearance and body weight.

Do not take this medication if you are hypersensitive to specific ingredients or have a history of such reactions. Patients with severely decreased kidney function should not use this medication. It is advisable for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, to avoid taking this medication. Children under 6 years old should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic issues should not take it. During treatment, it is important not to take certain medications with this one, as it may affect drug efficacy, for example, if taken with theophylline or ritonavir. It is recommended to stop breastfeeding while taking this medication, and excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, the elderly, or those with epilepsy should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. This medication may worsen conditions where urination is impaired; therefore, caution is advised for individuals with related disorders. In case of overdose, central nervous system effects may occur, leading to dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, etc., so if these symptoms occur, seek medical advice immediately. This medication may lead to various side effects, such as drowsiness, headache, dyspepsia, and pruritus; if any abnormal symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult a specialist. Allergic reactions, skin rashes, or liver function abnormalities may also appear, so close observation is essential. It is advisable to stop taking this medication for a period before allergy testing; caution is warranted when driving or operating machinery. 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), cold sweat, difficulty breathing, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue throughout the body, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision impairment, paralysis, significant decrease in urine output, and more.

Mild side effects

• Confusion
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fatigue
• headache
• malaise
• pupil dilation
• pruritus
• anxiety
• sedation

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, maintaining a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle