Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets is a combination medicine containing cetirizine and phenylephrine. Cetirizine has antiallergic properties and phenylephrine is a decongestant. It is used to relieve sympt
oms of the common cold, allergy, hay fever, an allergy caused by pollen grains or dust which includes a runny nose, sneezing, itching of the eyes, nose or throat, red eyes and watering from the eyes. It also decreases nasal congestion. Cetirizine works by opposing the action of a substance called histamine, a chemical formed in the body in certain allergic conditions. Phenylephrine works by narrowing the blood vessels causing relief in nasal congestion. Nausea or vomiting, sleepiness, headache, tiredness, dizziness are some of the side effects of using this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹65.75 |
You Save | ₹8.97 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Phenylephrine(10.0 Mg) + Cetirizine(10.0 Mg) |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to cetirizine, phenylephrine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have severe kidney diseases, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, eye conditions called angle-closure glaucoma, hyperactive thyroid, enlarged prostate gland and pheochromocytoma (a tumour of the adrenal gland)...
- If you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) medicine or have taken it within 14 days.
Side effects of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Increased heartbeats or feeling of heartbeats
- Irregular heartbeats
- Increased blood pressure
Precautions and Warnings of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have difficulty in urination.
- You have seizure disorders.
- You have indigestion with some sugars.
- You have itching or rash over the body after you stop taking this medicine.
- You are taking this medicine for more than 7 days.
- You do not get relief after taking this medicine.
Mode of Action of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Take this medicine with or without food as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- In particular, if you are taking other decongestant medicines and medicines used in heart diseases.
Storage and disposal of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Store it at a temperature not above 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Why does taking Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets cause sleepiness?
Q: Does Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets help in relieving cough?
Q: Should I take Hicet Dc Strip Of 10 Tablets if I am engaged in work that needs alertness and higher concentration?
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