Meticet Syrup

Short Description

Meticet Syrup is an antihistamine used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, and skin reactions like eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings.

Dosage Form

Syrup

Introduction

Meticet Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis and some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Meticet Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Meticet Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Meticet Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or more prolonged use of Meticet Syrup may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Pregnancy Warning

Meticet Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Aprepitant Fosaprepitant Zafirlukast Alprazolam

Meticet Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing the symptoms.

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 Meticet 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 Meticet 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 Meticet Syrup. Taking sips of water may help. Meticet Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child. Meticet Syrup should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.