CETRINE ALLERGY TABLETS 30S

Cetrine Allergy 10mg Film-coated Tablets contain cetirizine dihydrochloride, an anti-allergy medicine that helps control allergic reactions and their symptoms.

• Used for: in adults and children aged 6 years and over, symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as hay fever or dust mite allergy, including sneezing, a runny or itchy nose, itchy palate and itchy, red or watery eyes; also itching and hives linked to chronic urticaria of unknown cause
• Active ingredient: cetirizine dihydrochloride 10mg per tablet
• Pack: 30 film-coated tablets
• How to use: adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over, one tablet once a day. Children aged 6 to 12 years, half a tablet twice a day (morning and evening). Swallow with a glass of water, with or without food
• Not for: children under 6 years
• Do not take if: you are allergic to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, piperazine derivatives or any of the other ingredients, or you have severe kidney problems
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: avoid during pregnancy; use only if necessary and after medical advice. Avoid while breastfeeding, as cetirizine passes into breast milk
• Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse first if: you have kidney problems (your dose may need adjusting); you are at risk of urinary retention (for example spinal cord lesions or an enlarged prostate); you have epilepsy or are at risk of fits; or you are due to have an allergy test
• Alcohol: take care if you drink alcohol, as this medicine may increase its effects
• Driving: not expected to make you drowsy or less alert at the recommended dose, but in sensitive people, alcohol or other sedating medicines taken at the same time may affect the ability to drive and use machines
• Contains: lactose; if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before use
• Safety: Always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use.