Cetralon 10 mg Tablet 10pcs

Description

Cetralon is used to treat the allergic symptoms of hayfever (itchy or watery eyes, sneezing and a runny nose) and other allergies e.g. pet, house dust mite and mould spore allergies. They can also be used to relieve the rashes and itching of chronic urticaria (hives). The active ingredient is cetirizine hydrochloride, an antihistamine which can help to relieve the symptoms of some allergies and itchy skin rashes. How to use Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you to. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Adults and children aged 12 years and over: Swallow one tablet once a day. Children aged 6 to 12 years: Swallow half a tablet twice a day. Children under 6 years: Not recommended. If you have kidney problems you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking these tablets as a lower dose may be required. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not give to children under 6 years. Warnings and precautions Do not take Cetralon: If the person who will take the medicine is under 6 years of age. This medicine should not be used for the treatment of cough and cold symptoms in children below 6 years. If you have ever had an allergic reaction to antihistamines or to any of the other ingredients (listed in section 6). If you have severe kidney problems Take special care with Cetralon If you have an intolerance to some sugars Be careful when drinking alcohol while using Cetralon. They can increase the effects of drinking. Do not drive or operate machinery if the tablets make you feel drowsy. At the recommended dose, Cetralon do not cause drowsiness in the majority of people. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these tablets if you have kidney problems as you may need to take a lower dose. If you are epileptic or at risk of convulsions (fits) If you having an allergy skin test you need to wait 3 days after taking Cetralon. If you have an enlarged prostate. It may increase the risk of having difficulty passing water. Side Effects Like all medicines, Cetralon can have side effects, but not everybody gets them. Stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical help if you experience: Sudden signs of allergic reaction such as developing a rash, swelling of the mouth or face or difficulty breathing Bruising or bleeding more easily than normal convulsions or fits Loss of consciousness Stop taking the medicine and tell your doctor if you experience: Confusion, Hallucinations, Rapid heartbeat, Abnormal liver function tests. The following side effects may occur: Common: Headache or dizziness, Drowsiness or tiredness, restlessness, Dry mouth, sore throat, Abdominal pain, diarrhoea, Nausea (feeling sick), Runny nose. Storage Information Store below 30oC. Ingredients The active substance is cetirizine.