DongKwang Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablet

Adult dosage

Adults and children over 6 years old are given 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once daily before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, it is recommended to split the dose into 5 mg each in the morning and evening. For patients with renal impairment, dosage and intervals should be adjusted according to the creatinine clearance. Normal kidney function (≥80 mL/min) is 10 mg once daily, Mild (50-79 mL/min) is 10 mg once daily, Moderate (3

Children's dosage

For children over 6 years old, take 10 mg orally once daily before bedtime. For pediatric patients with renal impairment, dosage should be adjusted individually based on the patient's creatinine clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have had an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine or piperazine derivatives. Patients with very poor kidney function, particularly those with a creatinine clearance below 10 mL/min, should not use this medication. This medication should not be administered to children under 6 years of age. This drug contains lactose, so individuals with a genetic disorder that affects lactose digestion should avoid taking it. It is advisable to avoid taking certain medications, such as theophylline or ritonavir, while using this drug. Caution should be exercised when consuming this medication with alcohol, as it may exacerbate side effects. Patients with kidney or liver issues or the elderly should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Patients with epilepsy or those at risk of seizures should also consult a specialist prior to use. Those experiencing symptoms of poor urine output or related risks should be cautious when using this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should be cautious when taking this drug, as the medication can pass into breast milk and affect the baby. If severe side effects or unusual symptoms occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication can cause various side effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dyspepsia, skin rash, etc., so it should be monitored if symptoms appear. In case of drug overdose, symptoms like confusion, drowsiness, rapid heartbeat, and poor urine output may occur, requiring immediate treatment. It is advisable to discontinue this medication prior to allergy testing, and caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Taking this medication with food may slow the absorption rate, but the amount absorbed will not decrease.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with respiratory abnormalities and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• headache
• lethargy
• numbness
• weakness
• anxiety
• sensory abnormalities
• drowsiness
• fatigue
• dizziness

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tight container. It should be stored at room temperature, which is not excessively hot or cold.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box[(10 tablets/PTP)×1]