Cetrizine 5mg Syrup

Quick info

Cetrizine 5mg Syrup is a medication used to treat various symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria, conjunctivitis, and common cold in children. Cetrizine 5mg Syrup is a medication used to treat various symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria, conjunctivitis, and common cold in children. It belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines and works by blocking the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. This medication is available in syrup form and is given to children to relieve symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

How it works

Cetrizine 5mg 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.

Direction of use

Cetrizine 5mg Syrup should be given to children as directed by the doctor. It is recommended to avoid giving the medication with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.

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 5mg Syrup. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus
• Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child to prevent constipation
• Stop taking Cetrizine 5mg Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results

Side Effects

• No common side effects listed