Cetirizine 10 mg Tablet

Cetirizine 10 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It treats various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions, and reactions to bites and stings. It relieves symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

You can take it with or without food. The dose may vary based on the condition you’re treating. Typically, it is taken in the evening, but follow your doctor’s advice. If you’re using it to prevent symptoms, take it regularly. Skipping doses or stopping early may cause your symptoms to return.

Uses of Cetirizine 10mg

Treatment of Allergic Conditions

Benefits

In treating allergic conditions, Cetirizine tablets relieves symptoms like a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. It also helps alleviate allergic reactions to insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema, including rashes, swelling, itching, and irritation, which improve the skin’s appearance.

Serious side effects are rare, and you may only need to take it on symptomatic days. For preventive use, taking it regularly provides the most benefit.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require medical attention and subside as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern.

Common Side Effects

• Fatigue
• Vomiting
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Constipation
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Sore throat

How to Use

Take this medicine as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. You can take it with or without food, but it is best to take it at a consistent time.

How Cetirizine 10 mg Tablet Works

It is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical messenger in the body.