Cetmag Tablets
Cetmag Tablets Description
Cetmac 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 ceti
rizine 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. Cetmac 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 | ₹21.50 |
You Save | ₹3.50 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Cetirizine |
Uses | Allergic rhinitis and skin allergy |
Side effects | Tiredness, headache, sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
Uses of Cetmag Tablets
Contraindications of Cetmag Tablets
- If you are allergic to cetirizine, Hydroxyzine or Piperazine derivatives or other ingredients of Cetmac Tablet.
- If you have severe kidney disease.
Side effects of Cetmag Tablets
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Rhinitis
- Dry mouth
- Sore throat
Precautions and Warnings of Cetmag 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 Cetmac Tablet.
Mode of Action of Cetmag Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Cetmag Tablets
Interactions of Cetmag Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines may affect the way Cetmac 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 Cetmac 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 Cetmag Tablets
- Store Cetmac Tablet at a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Cetmag Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you missed the dose of Cetmac 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 Cetmac Tablet?
- Yes, Cetmac 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 Cetmac Tablet in pregnancy?
Q: Can we take Cetmac Tablet for allergy?
Q: Can I take Cetmac Tablet for cough and cold?
Q: Does Cetmac Tablet make us drowsy?
Q: Is it okay to use Cetmac 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]