ALLERCET M Syrup contain Cetirizine which belongs to a group of medicine called antihistamines. It is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever (seasonal rhinitis) such as sneezing, itchy, red and watering eyes, irritated, runny or blocked nose in adults and children over the age of 2 years and also used to relieve the symptoms of other allergies such as runny and itchy nose (non-seasonal rhinitis), skin allergies such as rash, itching and urticaria (hives), pet or house mite allergies in adult and older children (over the age of 6 years).
ALLERCET M Syrup works by blocking the effects of histamine, which may be overproduced in allergic reactions which causes unpleasant symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, running or blocked nose, sneezing and skin rashes. This medicine is strictly not recommended for use in children under 2 years. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
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USES OF ALLERCET M
- Relieve the symptoms of hay fever, non-seasonal rhinitis, skin allergies such as rash, itching and urticaria (hives), pet or house mite allergies
HOW ALLERCET M WORKS
ALLERCET M Syrup works by blocking the effects of histamine, which may be overproduced in allergic reactions which causes unpleasant symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, running or blocked nose, sneezing and skin rashes.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always use ALLERCET M Syrup exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. Shake well before use.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ALLERCET M
SERIOUS
- Allergic reaction including severe reaction and angioedema (serious allergic reaction which cause swelling of the face or throat)
COMMON
- Somnolence (sleepiness)
- Diarrhoea, nausea, dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Pharyngitis, rhinitis (in children)
- Dizziness, headache
RARE
- Convulsions
- Liver function abnormal
- Oedema (swelling)
- Depression, hallucination, aggression, confusion, insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Urticaria (hives)
- Increase in weight
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Diarrhea:
Drink lot of fluid such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without talking to a doctor.
Nausea:
Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.
Dizziness:
Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat healthy food to boost energy.
Headache:
Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.
SAFETY ADVICE
Kidney
However, use of Allercet M syrup is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
Allercet M Syrup is relatively safe to use in children. However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe liver disease.
WHAT IF I FORGET TO GIVE ALLERCET M SYRUP TO MY CHILD?
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
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