Rugientok Liquid (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults and children over the age of 12 should take 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily. For patients sensitive to adverse reactions, it may be divided into morning and evening doses. Dosage may be appropriately adjusted according to age and symptoms. In cases of renal impairment, dosage and intervals should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. - Normal (≥80 mL/min): 10mg once daily - Mild (50-79 mL/min): 10mg once daily

Child dose

For children aged 2-12 years: - Weighing 30kg or more: administer 10mg once daily - Weighing less than 30kg: administer 5mg once daily Dosage for children with renal impairment should be adjusted based on clearance rate and weight individually.

This medication should not be taken by those who are allergic to any specific ingredients or have a history of hypersensitivity. It is also not safe for patients with severely impaired kidney function, children under the age of 2, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Additionally, those with fructose intolerance should not take this medication. During treatment, this medication should not be used with certain drugs, such as theophylline or ritonavir, as it may alter the efficacy or concentration levels of the drugs in the body. It is recommended to stop breastfeeding while taking this medication and to avoid consuming alcohol at the same time. Patients with kidney or liver problems, the elderly, epilepsy patients, or those with urination difficulties should consult with healthcare professionals before using this medication. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, tremors, and difficulty urinating may occur, so immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is advisable if any of these symptoms appear. While taking this medication, side effects such as drowsiness, headaches, indigestion, skin rashes, or liver function abnormalities may occur, so if such symptoms arise, careful observation is necessary, and discontinuation and consultation with a professional should be followed if required. It is advisable not to take this medication a few days prior to allergy testing, and caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. Taking this medication with food may slightly slow the absorption rate but does not alter the actual amount absorbed. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, used within 3 months after opening, and kept in its original container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), hypersensitivity shock, angioedema, fixed drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, jaundice, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, renal abnormalities, urinary disturbances, paralysis, seizures, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, respiratory problems, liver issues (jaundice), severe neurological symptoms, severe swelling or urinary disturbances.

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

This medication should not be taken with excessive alcohol.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that shields it from light. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

A light yellow liquid contained in an aluminum foil pouch

Package unit

10 packets/box [5ml/packet]