Description
Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup Uses
This wonderful syrup containing Cetirizine Dihydrochloride belongs to the group of medications called antihistamines or anti-allergies. It is used to treat several king of allergic reactions including runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, red eye, and coughing, as well as conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (itchy red eyes), hives, chronic urticaria, and common cold. Allergic reactions are very common in today’s world, and they occur when the body’s defense system excessively responds to a substance that is usually not dangerous, which is known as an allergen. They can occur very easily and can affect any person in any age group. When the body comes into contact with an allergen, the immune system discharges histamine from mast cells and basophils. Histamine is a naturally occurring amine that is key in the process of allergic responses.
Histamine mainly interacts with H1 receptors of the body that are mainly charged with causing allergic reactions, leading to symptoms like itching, sneezing, and making blood vessels more permeable. Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup is a highly effective second-generation antihistamine medicine used to treat allergic symptoms, that is less likely to cause drowsiness as compared to first-generation antihistamine medicines. Cetirizine starts working in 20 to 60 minutes and provides quick relief from allergy symptoms. It binds to the histamine H1 receptor on several cells, preventing histamines from attaching and exerting its effects on the body. This action aids in alleviating discomfort and distressing symptoms, such as congested/nasal discharge, itchy/runny eyes, skin rashes, etc that are a result of allergic reactions.
Directions to Use
- This medication is best to take when it is prescribed by a medical healthcare professional. Do not use without a prescription, your healthcare provider will first make sure whether using this medication is good for you or not.
- The dosage to consume and the duration of use depends on your age, current medical condition, as well as on how your body responds to the medication.
- Read the essential information about the use present on the label or packaging properly, as well as follow the directions properly given by your healthcare professional.
- Consume this medication at the same time every day, after or before having a healthy meal as prescribed by the healthcare professional to get the best possible results.
- Take only the prescribed amount in addition to completing the prescribed course to reap the best out of it.
- Store this medicine in a cool and dry place away from the reach of direct sunlight, pets, and children, and always shake the bottle well before every use.
Side Effects
This medication Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup is generally considered safe and well-tolerated, but with all medications, it can cause some common mild side effects. These common side effects are harmless and disappear over the time as body adapts to the medication. If you notice any of these common side effects persist for long, then it is recommended to tell your healthcare professional as soon as possible.
Common side effects include –
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Dry eyes
The chances of serious side effects are very rare and uncommon. However, if you experience any adverse reaction in your body, then do not waste any time and tell your healthcare professional as soon as possible.
Serious side effects include –
- Severe allergic reactions
- Irregular heartbeat
- Severe drowsiness
- Difficulty urinating
- Change in Vision
- Seizures
- Liver or kidney issues
- Low blood pressure
Precautions
- Do not take this medication without consulting your healthcare professional. Your doctor will first determine that medication advantages are higher than the potential risk it can cause and then will prescribe if it is more advantageous.
- Tell your doctor about your medical history, especially about allergies, kidney issues, and liver problems. Your doctor will assign the dosage quantity and duration to use it accordingly.
- Tell your doctor before start consuming this medication, if you are using any other medications.
- Take the prescribed volume only and do not increase the dosage, it will not affect you positively but will increase the chances of adverse reactions in the body.
- Do not stop consuming this medication even if you start noticing improvement in your health condition, and complete the fully prescribed course for the best results. Stopping early can lead to come back of the worsening health conditions you are trying to treat.
- Do not consume this medication if you are a pregnant woman or a breastfeeding mother without getting consultation from a healthcare expert. Also if you are planning to be a mother then tell your doctor about it before start using Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup.
- Alcohol consumption is not good while heaving treatment with Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup, it can cause adverse side effects.
- Do not drive or operate heavy machinery and vehicles if you are not familiar with the effects of Cetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg Syrup.
