Cetcip Syrup

Cetcip 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.

Give this medicine to your child orally with or without food in the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. It could either be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of Cetcip Syrup. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, repeat the same dose after your child feels better. But, refrain from doing so if it is already time for the next dose.

Your child may experience mild side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache after taking this medicine. These symptoms are usually non-serious and disappear on their own. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medicines or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Do inform the doctor if your child has or had any heart, liver, kidney problems or was born prematurely. Share any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems with the doctor. Knowledge of your child’s medical history will help avoid any complications in the treatment and guide your child’s doctor to plan your child’s overall treatment better.

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USES

• Relieve the symptoms of hay fever, non-seasonal rhinitis, skin allergies such as rash, itching and urticaria (hives), pet or house mite allergies

HOW IT WORKS

CETCIP 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 CETCIP exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. Shake well before use.

SIDE EFFECTS

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 a 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

CAUTION

Cetcip Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetcip Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cetcip Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cetcip Syrup is recommended.
However, dose adjustments are required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Cetirizine to your child in case of severe liver disease.

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking,

• Theophylline (used for some heart conditions or breathing disorders like asthma or bronchitis)
• Central nervous system depressants such as barbiturates (used as sedatives or anaesthetics)

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQ’s

Q: Is CETCIP good for dry cough?
A: Yes, it improves cough due to pollen allergy. Antihistamines are more effective in reducing chronic cough in children with allergies.

Q: Can I take CETCIP during pregnancy?
A: Yes, it is considered safe for use by pregnant women. It is advised to consult your doctor before taking.

Q: Can CETCIP lower immune system?
A: No, this medicine does not influence the immune response.