Alerout 10 Tablets
Alerout 10 Tablets Description
Alerout Tablet is an anti-allergic medication and is used to treat symptoms associated with allergies such as itching, sneezing, watery eyes, running nose, rashes, and pale red bumps. It contains cet
irizine as its active ingredient. Take as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Side effects of the medicine are drowsiness, headache, weakness, and dry mouth. Most of them are temporary but if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact the doctor immediately. Alerout Tablet should be used with caution in children and it is recommended to consult the doctor before using the medicine in pregnant and lactating women.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹144.50 |
You Save | ₹25.50 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Cetirizine |
Uses | Allergic rhinitis and skin allergy |
Side effects | Tiredness, headache, sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
Uses of Alerout 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Alerout 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to cetirizine, Hydroxyzine or Piperazine derivatives or other ingredients of Alerout Tablet.
- If you have severe kidney disease.
Side effects of Alerout 10 Tablets
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Rhinitis
- Dry mouth
- Sore throat
Precautions and Warnings of Alerout 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a kidney problem or urinary retention problem as you may need a lower dose of the medicine, consult the doctor.
- You are giving the children as they may require a small dose of the medicine.
- You are suffering from fits (epilepsy).
- You should take an allergic skin test, as it may interfere with the diagnosis.
- You may experience certain skin reactions like swelling, itching, and redness immediately after you stop taking Alerout Tablet.
Mode of Action of Alerout 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Alerout 10 Tablets
Interactions of Alerout 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines may affect the way Alerout Tablet works, or the medicine itself may reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals the child is currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Concomitant use of medicines used to treat anxiety and psychotic disorders such as Diazepam, Clonazepam, and Alerout Tablet may aggravate the side effects such as drowsiness, headache, and influence the alertness of an individual. ...
- It is important to inform the doctor regarding the medications and herbal supplements used before taking the medicine. It is also important to discuss specific allergies or underlying conditions experienced before using the medicine....
Storage and disposal of Alerout 10 Tablets
- Store Alerout Tablet at a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Alerout 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you missed the dose of Alerout Tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If time next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Any precautions I need to take while I am taking Alerout Tablet?
- Yes, Alerout Tablet is known to cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid driving and operating machinery after taking the medicine.
- If you develop any rash, breathing difficulty or itching immediately after taking the medicine, it may be a severe side effect, immediately seek medical help.
Q: Can I take Alerout Tablet in pregnancy?
Q: Can we take Alerout Tablet for allergy?
Q: Can I take Alerout Tablet for cough and cold?
Q: Does Alerout Tablet make us drowsy?
Q: Is it okay to use Alerout Tablet while I am breastfeeding?
References
- Cetirizine 10 mg Film-Coated Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 6 May 2021]
- Cetirizine 10 mg Film-Coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 6 May 2021]
- Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP – Product Monograph [Internet]. Pdf.hres.ca. 2021 [cited 6 May 2021]
- CDSCO - Cetirizine [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 6 May 2021]