citiz tablet
What is citiz tablet used for?
Alerid Syrup (Cetirizine) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Cetirizine (NA), which Selective antagonist of peripheral H1 receptors; inhibits histamine release.. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cetirizine
- Manufacturer: Aaron Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ citiz tablet 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 | Aaron Pharmaceuticals 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 citiz tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of citiz tablet
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Theophylline | Major | Increased risk of cetirizine toxicity |
| Ritonavir | Major | Increased cetirizine levels |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased sedation |
| CNS depressants | Moderate | Additive CNS depression |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Increased anticholinergic effects |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Slight increase in cetirizine levels |
| Ketoconazole | Minor | Slight increase in cetirizine levels |
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.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
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Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.