Senovac Quick Soft Capsule (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, administer 5 mg in the morning and evening. Adjust the dosage and administration interval depending on kidney function for patients with renal impairment.

Children's dosage

Children aged 6 years and older are to take 10 mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime, just like adults. Children with kidney impairment should have their dosage adjusted individually based on their renal clearance and weight.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have had allergic reactions to specific drugs or ingredients. It is advisable for patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years old to avoid using this medication. While taking this medication, it is best not to use specific medications, such as theophylline or ritonavir, simultaneously. Caution should be exercised as side effects may worsen when taken with alcohol. Patients with kidney or liver issues, elderly patients, patients with epilepsy, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. This medication may affect urine output, so individuals with urinary problems should be particularly cautious. Overdose may lead to symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, and urinary disturbances; in such cases, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is recommended. Various side effects such as headache, nausea, skin rash, and liver function abnormalities may occur during use, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, consult a professional immediately. It is recommended to stop taking this medication for some time before undergoing allergy testing, and caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Food may slow the absorption rate of the drug, but it does not significantly affect its efficacy. Lastly, keep this medication out of reach of children and store it in its original container to maintain its safety and effectiveness.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rashes, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the oral/eye mucosa, severe skin abnormal reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by coughing + fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headaches.

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Do not take with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not consume with excessive alcohol.

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

A transparent oval soft capsule in purple color containing a colorless to light purple content

Package unit

10 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP×1)]