Introcetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets

Adult dosage

Adults and children aged 6 and older should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime. Patients sensitive to adverse reactions may split the dose into 5 mg in the morning and evening. For patients with renal impairment, dosage and dosing intervals should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. Normal (≥80 mL/min): 10 mg once a day, Mild (50-79 mL/min): 10 mg once a day, Moderate (30-49 mL/min)

Children's dosage

Children aged 6 and older should take 10 mg orally once a day before bedtime, just like adults. For children with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted individually based on renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to certain ingredients or have experienced hypersensitivity reactions. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years of age should avoid taking this medication due to potential risks. This medication contains lactose, thus individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should refrain from use. It is advisable not to take this medication with certain other drugs. For example, concomitant use with medications such as theophylline or ritonavir may alter the drug's efficacy or concentration in the body. Excessive alcohol consumption while taking this medication should be avoided, and caution is advised when taking it concurrently with other antihistamines. Patients with kidney or liver issues or the elderly should consult their doctor to adjust dosages, as this medication's concentration may rise in the body. Patients with epilepsy or those at risk of seizures should consult experts before taking this medication. Individuals with symptoms of difficulty urinating or those at high risk should exercise caution when using this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should carefully consider the effects of this medication on the fetus or newborn before taking it. Overdose of this medication may lead to various side effects such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat; immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Patients should closely monitor for abnormal symptoms in multiple body areas, including the nervous system, digestive system, circulatory system, skin, liver, and kidneys. This medication may affect allergy diagnostic tests, so it is recommended to discontinue use before such tests. When driving or operating machinery, caution should be taken regarding potential drowsiness or impaired reactions caused by this medication. This medication can be taken with food, but food may slightly delay the absorption rate of the drug. Finally, this medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children and kept in its original container to maintain its safety and efficacy.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• lethargy
• pupil dilation
• itching
• anxiety
• sedation
• confusion
• tachycardia
• tremors

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, maintaining a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its efficacy for an extended period.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/PTP