Cetzine Syrup
Manufacturer
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Cetirizine (5mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Cetzine Syrup is a medication used to treat various symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria, conjunctivitis, and common cold in children.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Cetzine Syrup is given to children to treat various symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching associated with allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold. It belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines, which block the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child's immune system's response to these conditions.
Directions for Use
Try giving the medicines at the same time each day to help you remember. Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Cetzine Syrup. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Interacting Medicines
Aprepitant Fosaprepitant Zafirlukast Alprazolam
How it works
Cetzine Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child's immune system's response to these conditions. As a result, the symptoms are relieved, and eventually, the condition is cured.
Quick Tips
Try giving the medicines at the same time each day to help you remember Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Cetzine Syrup. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus Avoid giving Cetzine Syrup with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Cetzine Syrup. Taking sips of water may help Cetzine Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child Cetzine Syrup should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress Stop taking Cetzine Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results