Allerfree Soft Capsule (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults and children over 6 years old should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, 5 mg may be taken in the morning and evening. For patients with kidney impairment, dosing and intervals should be adjusted according to kidney function. If normal creatinine clearance (≥80 mL/min) is indicated, administer 10 mg once daily; for mild (50-79) also 10 mg once daily; for moderate (30-4

Children's dosage

Children over 6 years old should take 10 mg orally once daily before bedtime, the same as adults. In cases of kidney impairment, the dosage should be individually adjusted based on the renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic or hypersensitive to specific ingredients. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years old should avoid using this medication. When taking this medication, it should not be used in combination with certain drugs, especially theophylline and ritonavir, which require caution. Avoid use with alcohol as it may affect the central nervous system. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, the elderly, patients with epilepsy, or those at risk of seizures should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. This medication can affect urine output, so patients with conditions that impair urination should be cautious. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication, as it may pass into breast milk and affect the infant. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms or urinary output disorders may occur, so immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is advised. Various side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dyspepsia, skin rash may occur; please notify a healthcare professional if abnormal symptoms appear. It is advisable to temporarily stop this medication before undergoing allergy diagnostic tests. Be mindful of exceeding the prescribed dosage when driving or operating machinery, and avoid combined use with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants. This medication can be taken with food, but absorption may be slightly delayed. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, angioedema, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver problems (jaundice), sudden and severe headache.

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• lethargy
• numbness
• weakness
• anxiety
• altered sensation
• drowsiness
• fatigue
• dizziness

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Avoid storing in places that are too hot or too cold; the best storage temperature is between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Transparent pale yellow oval soft capsule filled with a colorless transparent liquid

Package unit

30 capsules/box[(10 capsules/PTP)X3], 10 capsules/box[(10 capsules/PTP)X1]