Algintec Tablet (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children aged 6 years or older are administered 10 mg orally once daily before bedtime as cetirizine hydrochloride. For patients sensitive to adverse reactions, it may be divided into 5 mg in the morning and evening. Dosage can be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms. Adult patients with renal impairment should adjust the dosage interval and amount according to kidney function. Dosage according to creatinine clearance is as follows: Normal (≥80 mL/min): Once daily, 10 mg

Child dose

Children aged 6 years or older are administered 10 mg once daily by mouth before bedtime, similar to adults. For pediatric patients with renal impairment, individual dosage should be adjusted considering kidney clearance and body weight.

This medicine should not be taken by individuals who are allergic or have had hypersensitivity reactions to specific components. It is safe for patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years of age not to use this medicine. Individuals with certain genetic problems such as lactose intolerance should also avoid using this medicine. Do not take this medicine with certain drugs, such as theophylline or ritonavir. Additionally, avoid taking this medicine with excessive alcohol consumption. Patients with kidney or liver problems, elderly individuals, epilepsy patients, and those with difficulties in urination should consult a professional before taking. Caution is necessary for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding when taking this medicine. Overdosing on this medicine can lead to various symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, headaches, and itching, thus immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. If severe side effects or abnormal symptoms occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. It is recommended to temporarily discontinue this medicine a few days before allergy testing and to be cautious while driving or operating machinery. Finally, this medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored tightly in its original container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Do not take this medicine with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not take this medicine with alcohol. Do not consume alcohol during treatment.

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP) x1], 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP) x10], 1000 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP) x100]