Cetirizine (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults and children over 6 years old should take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. Patients who are sensitive to adverse reactions may take 5 mg split into morning and evening doses. Adjust as necessary based on age and symptoms. Dosing intervals and amounts should be adjusted for patients with renal impairment. The dosing based on creatinine clearance is as follows: - Normal (≥80 mL/min): Once daily 10 mg

Children's dosage

Children over 6 years old should take 10 mg orally once daily before bedtime, similar to adults. Dosage for children with renal impairment should be adjusted individually based on the child's renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to specific drugs or components. Patients with significantly impaired kidney function or children under 6 years old should not use this medication. While taking this medication, it is advisable not to use certain drugs, such as theophylline or ritonavir, together. Excessive alcohol consumption while taking this medication should be avoided. Individuals with kidney or liver problems, elderly patients, epilepsy patients, or those with urinary retention should consult a healthcare professional before using this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also take caution when using this medication. Overdosing may lead to various side effects including confusion, drowsiness, headache, and urinary issues, so immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery after taking this medication, and it is safe to avoid exceeding the dosage. It is recommended to temporarily discontinue this medication before allergy testing. This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container away from air and moisture and kept in its original container.

Age restrictions

This medication has not been adequately studied to confirm its safety and effectiveness.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, severe allergic reactions, severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory complications accompanying cough + fever, respiratory issues, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances,

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

PTP packaging - 10 tablets/PTP