Yuhan Cetirizine (Cetirizine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults and children over 6 years of age should take 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime. For patients sensitive to side effects, it is advisable to administer 5mg in the morning and evening. For patients with kidney impairment, the dosing interval and amount should be adjusted based on the patient’s kidney function.

Children's dosage

Children over 6 years of age should take 10mg of cetirizine hydrochloride orally once a day before bedtime. For pediatric patients with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted individually based on renal clearance and weight.

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to any of its components or have hypersensitivity. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or children under 6 years of age should not use this medication. It contains lactose, so individuals with a genetic disorder that prevents the digestion of lactose should avoid taking it. During treatment with this medication, it is advisable not to combine it with certain drugs. For example, the combination with drugs such as theophylline or ritonavir can affect the medication’s effectiveness or concentration in the body. Also, taking this medication with alcohol can increase the risk of side effects, so it is safer to avoid alcohol. Patients with kidney or liver problems, elderly patients, epilepsy patients, or those at risk of seizures should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Caution is also needed if you have conditions that cause difficulty urinating. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a specialist before taking this medication, as it may affect the baby. In case of overdose, various symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat may occur, and immediate medical attention is necessary. This medication may affect liver and kidney function, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult healthcare professionals. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery due to the possibility of drowsiness or impaired concentration. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children and keep it in its original container for safe use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, hypersensitivity shock, severe rash with high fever, blisters, pain in the oral/eye mucosa, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, jaundice, hepatitis, sudden and severe headache, seizures, mental confusion, visual disturbances.

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication in conjunction with theophylline or ritonavir.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with an excessive amount of alcohol.

Store this medication in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. Avoid extremely hot or cold places; it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 1], 30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3]