CETIRIZIN beta film-coated tablets, 20 pcs

Cetirizine beta film-coated tablets

Cetirizine beta is an anti-allergic drug used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis and hives.The active ingredient cetirizine dihydrochloride has an antihistamine and anti-inflammatory effect by blocking histamine release and preventing the effects of histamine.Cetirizine beta is available without a prescription.

Areas of application

Cetirizine beta is used to relieve nasal and eye symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and to relieve hives (urticaria).It can be used in adults and children from 6 years of age.

Dosage

The recommended dose for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age is 10 mg once daily as one film-coated tablet.Children between 6 and 12 years of age should take 5 mg twice daily as half a film-coated tablet twice daily.Patients with kidney failure should adjust the dose accordingly, although consultation with their doctor or pharmacist is recommended.

Application instructions

The film-coated tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of liquid, preferably water.The duration of use depends on the type, duration and course of the symptoms.Please ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Composition

Cetirizine beta contains cetirizine dihydrochloride as the active ingredient.One film-coated tablet contains 10 mg cetirizine dihydrochloride.The other ingredients are lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate (vegetable), macrogol 4000 and titanium dioxide (E 171).

Contraindications

Cetirizine beta must not be taken if you are allergic to cetirizine dihydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.The medicine should also not be used if you have severe kidney disease.

Side effects

Possible side effects of Cetirizine beta include gastrointestinal complaints such as nausea, diarrhea and abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness, restlessness, sore throat, dry mouth, runny nose, discomfort, skin hypersensitivity reactions such as itching and rash, malaise and general weakness.

Storage

Keep Cetirizine beta out of the reach and reach of children.The medicine must not be used after the expiry date stated on the blister pack or carton.This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

Patient information

If you suffer from impaired kidney function, you should ask your doctor for advice before taking cetirizine beta.If you have difficulty urinating, epilepsy or are at risk of seizures, it is also recommended that you consult your doctor.Taking cetirizine beta and alcohol at the same time should be avoided.If an allergy test is to be carried out, please ask your doctor whether you should stop taking the medicine for a few days before the test.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.Taking the drug should be avoided by pregnant women.Cetirizine passes into breast milk, so you should not take it while breast-feeding until you consult your doctor.

Notes

Cetirizine beta is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.If you don't feel better after 3 days or even feel worse, contact your doctor.Cetirizine beta contains lactose.Please only take Cetirizine beta after consulting your doctor if you know that you have an intolerance to certain sugars.

Manufacturer

betapharm Arzneimittel GmbH, Kobelweg 95, 86156 Augsburg