CETIRIZIN STADA 10 mg film-coated tablets, 100 pcs

General information about cetirizine STADA 10 mg film-coated tablets

Cetirizine STADA 10 mg film-coated tablets contain the active ingredient cetirizine dihydrochloride.This medicine is an antiallergic drug and is used to relieve nasal and eye symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and to relieve chronic hives (chronic idiopathic urticaria).No prescription is required for this product.

Areas of application

Cetirizine STADA is suitable for the symptomatic treatment of allergic diseases such as hay fever and chronic hives.It relieves allergic nose and eye symptoms.Cetirizine STADA is effective quickly and reliably.The anti-allergic effect is noticeable just 20 minutes after taking the film-coated tablet and lasts for over 24 hours.

Mode of action

Cetirizine STADA is effective against allergy symptoms such as hay fever.The second generation antihistamine inhibits the binding of histamine to the H1 receptors and thus prevents the histamine effect.This means it works quickly and reliably against allergic symptoms, including swollen nasal mucosa.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The active ingredient in Cetirizine STADA 10 mg film-coated tablets is cetirizine dihydrochloride.Each film-coated tablet contains 10 mg cetirizine dihydrochloride.The other ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, macrogol 400, magnesium stearate (Ph. Eur.), highly dispersed silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide (E 171).

Dosage and application

The recommended dose for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age is 10 mg cetirizine dihydrochloride once daily, equivalent to one tablet.Children between 6 and 12 years of age should take 5 mg of cetirizine dihydrochloride twice daily, which is equivalent to half a tablet twice daily.Patients with moderate to severe kidney failure are recommended to take 5 mg once daily.The tablets should be taken whole with liquid, preferably in the evening.They can be taken with or without food.The tablet can be divided into equal doses.The duration of application depends on the type, duration and course of the symptoms.

Contraindications

Cetirizine STADA must not be used if you are hypersensitive to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients.The medicine should also not be used if you have severe kidney disease.Infants and children under 2 years of age should not be treated with this medicine as there is not yet sufficient experience.

Side effects

Possible side effects of cetirizine STADA 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.If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

Cetirizine STADA should be kept out of the reach and reach of children.The medicine must not be used after the expiry date stated on the outer carton and blister pack.This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater.Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicine when you no longer use it.

Notes

Cetirizine STADA should not be taken with alcohol.Patients who drive, work or operate machines without a secure footing are advised not to exceed the specified dose and to wait for the individual reaction to the medication.During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should only take medication after consulting your doctor or pharmacist.

Manufacturer

STADA GmbH, Stadastraße 2-18, 61118 Bad Vilbel