Cetrizine Syrup
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Cetrizine 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.
Cetrizine Syrup is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Cetrizine Syrup is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Uses of Cetrizine Syrup in children
Benefits of Cetrizine Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Cetrizine Syrup provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Cetrizine Syrup in children
Cetrizine Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Cetrizine
- Nausea
- Muscle pain
- Edema (swelling)
- Sleepiness
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Constipation
How can I give Cetrizine Syrup to my child?
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. Cetrizine Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cetrizine Syrup works
Cetrizine 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.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Cetrizine Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetrizine Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cetrizine Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cetrizine 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.
However, dose adjustments are required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Cetirizine to your child in case of severe liver disease.
What if I forget to give Cetrizine Syrup to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
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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 Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine Syrup. Taking sips of water may help.
- Cetrizine Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
- Cetrizine Syrup should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylmethyl Piperazinyl Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Cetrizine Syrup a steroid? What is it used for?
Cetrizine Syrup is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
How long does it take for Cetrizine Syrup to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Cetrizine Syrup. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Always consult your child’s doctor at every step in case of any confusion. However, immediate assistance may be required if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling, trouble breathing), signs of liver problem (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.
My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Cetrizine Syrup?
No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your child’s doctor if your child has trouble sleeping as it could be due to some other underlying condition.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cetrizine Syrup?
Cetrizine Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cetrizine Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
How much Cetrizine Syrup should I give to my child?
Cetrizine Syrup should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
What if I give too much of Cetrizine Syrup by mistake?
Although Cetrizine Syrup is relatively safe to use in children yet an excessive amount may cause some serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, irritability, slow breathing, and coma.
How should Cetrizine Syrup be stored?
Store Cetrizine Syrup at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
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- Parisi GF, Leonardi S, Ciprandi G, et al. Cetirizine use in childhood: an update of a friendly 30-year drug. Clin Mol Allergy. 2020;18:2. [Accessed 22 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
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