Allercet 5 Mg Tablet 10

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Allercet 5 MG Description

Allercet 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 ce

tirizine 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. Allercet 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

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Contains	Cetirizine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Allergic rhinitis and skin allergy
Side effects	Tiredness, headache, sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea
Therapy	ANTI-ALLERGIC

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Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Allercet 5 MG

Allercet Tablet is used to treat allergies associated with airways (allergic rhinitis) and Skin (urticaria).

Contraindications of Allercet 5 MG

If you are allergic to cetirizine, Hydroxyzine or Piperazine derivatives or other ingredients of Allercet Tablet.
If you have severe kidney disease.

Side effects of Allercet 5 MG

Tiredness
Headache
Sleepiness
Drowsiness
Nausea
Dizziness
Rhinitis
Dry mouth
Sore throat

Precautions and Warnings of Allercet 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Allercet Tablet during pregnancy?

Allercet Tablet should be avoided by pregnant women, as there is limited information available on the safety of the medicine in pregnant women. Hence, avoid it in pregnancy unless considered prescribed by a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Allercet Tablet while breastfeeding?

Allercet Tablet passes into breastmilk. Therefore, it is advised not to take the medicine while breastfeeding unless the doctor has prescribed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Allercet Tablet?

Allercet Tablet is known to cause sleepiness. Hence, driving or operating machine should be avoided.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Allercet Tablet?

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption along with Allercet Tablet, as it may worsen the side effects like drowsiness or dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

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 Allercet Tablet.

Mode of Action of Allercet 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Histamine is a substance produced in the body in case of allergies and responsible for itching, runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. Cetirizine in Allercet Tablet works by blocking the Histamine and...

Directions for Use of Allercet 5 MG

Allercet Tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor. Swallow entirely with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It will be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal re...

Interactions of Allercet 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines may affect the way Allercet 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 Allercet Tablet may aggravate the side effects such as drowsiness, headache, and influence ...
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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 exper...
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Storage and disposal of Allercet 5 MG

Store Allercet Tablet at a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Allercet 5 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose are tiredness, headache, confusion, dizziness, discomfort, skin irritation, restlessness, drowsiness, rapid heartbeat, tremor, urinary retention. If you experience symptoms or thi...

If you missed the dose of Allercet 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

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Any precautions I need to take while I am taking Allercet Tablet?

Yes, Allercet 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 Allercet Tablet in pregnancy?

A: Allercet Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Take it only if prescribed by the docter in pregnancy.

Q: Can we take Allercet Tablet for allergy?

A: Yes, Allercet Tablet is used in allergic conditions. However, avoid self-medication. Only if prescribed by the doctor, you may take it.

Q: Can I take Allercet Tablet for cough and cold?

A: No, do not take Allercet Tablet for cough or cold on own. Cough or cold may be due to various reasons like allergy, infections, etc. Cetirizine may help in cough or cold if it is allergic in origin.

Q: Does Allercet Tablet make us drowsy?

A: Yes, Allercet Tablet may make you drowsy, sleepy, and dizzy. Avoid driving or operate machinery after taking Cetzine.

Q: Is it okay to use Allercet Tablet while I am breastfeeding?

A: Allercet Tablet passes into breastmilk and may cause drowsiness in your breastfed baby. Hence, do not take this if you are breastfeeding.

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