Zirtek Allergy Relief - 21 Tablets
Brand: Zirtek
What is Zirtek Allergy Relief Cetirizine dihydrochloride, the active ingredient of the tablets is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of a substance called histamine which occurs naturally in the body. Histamine is involved in allergic reactions. In adults and children aged 6 years and above, Zirtek Allergy Relief is used to treat people who have hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), year-round allergies such as dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis) and urticaria (swelling, redness and itchiness of the skin). Antihistamines like Zirtek Allergy Relief relieve the unpleasant symptoms and discomfort associated with these conditions, such as sneezing, irritated, runny and blocked up nose, itchy, red and watering eyes and skin rashes. How to use Zirtek Allergy Relief Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. The tablets need to be swallowed with a glass of liquid. The tablet can be divided into equal doses. Do not take more than one tablet each day. Children aged 6 to 12: The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily as half a tablet twice a day. Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over: The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily as one tablet daily. If the tablets make you feel drowsy or dizzy, taking half a tablet twice a day may be better than taking one tablet once a day. Other form(s) of this medicine may be more suitable for children; ask your doctor or pharmacist. Patients with renal impairment Patients with moderate renal impairment are recommended to take 5 mg once daily. If you suffer from severe kidney disease, please contact your doctor or pharmacist who may adjust the dose accordingly. If your child suffers from kidney disease, please contact your doctor or pharmacist who may adjust the dose according to your child’s needs. If you feel that the effect of Zirtek Allergy Relief is too weak or too strong, please consult your doctor. Duration of treatment The duration of treatment depends on the type, duration and course of your complaints. Please ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice. If you take more Zirtek Allergy Relief then you should If you think you have taken an overdose of Zirtek Allergy Relief please inform your doctor. Your doctor will then decide what measures, if any, should be taken. After an overdose, the side effects described below may occur with increased intensity. Adverse effects such as confusion, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness, headache, ailing (feeling unwell), dilating of the pupil, itching, restlessness, sedation, somnolence (sleepiness), stupor, abnormal rapid heart rate, tremors and urinary retention (difficulty in completely emptying the bladder) have been reported. If you forget to take Zirtek Allergy Relief Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet. If you forget to take a tablet, you should take one as soon as you remember, but wait at least 24 hours...
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