Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alfree 5mg/5ml syrup used for?
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and skin rashes. It works by blocking histamine, a substance that causes allergic reactions. This syrup is suitable for children and adults.
- Generic Name: Cetirizine
- Manufacturer: Stallion Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alfree 5mg/5ml syrup Uses & Benefits
Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic urticaria.
Off-label uses: Pruritus, Atopic dermatitis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cetirizine |
| Brand Name | Alerid Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Stallion Laboratories Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective antagonist of peripheral H1 receptors; inhibits histamine release.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alfree 5mg/5ml syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alfree 5mg/5ml syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Somnolence
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Pharyngitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Seizures (rare)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatitis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased drowsiness |
| Sedatives | Moderate | Enhanced sedative effect |
| MAOIs | Major | Increased risk of side effects |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Theophylline
- Ritonavir
โก Moderate Interactions
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- Anticholinergics
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Ketoconazole
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may slightly decrease rate of absorption but not extent.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May potentiate CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cetirizine or any component; severe renal impairment (CrCl <10 mL/min).
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function in elderly; signs of sedation.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; consider gastric lavage if recent ingestion.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
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