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Allercet Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction
Allercet Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis and some skin reactions, and reactions to bites and stings. It relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.
Allercet Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required for you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent symptoms you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.
This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you. You should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy. Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not be suitable. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.
Allercet Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required for you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent symptoms you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.
This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you. You should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy. Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not be suitable. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.
Uses of Allercet Tablet
Benefits of Allercet Tablet
In Allergic conditions
Allercet Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Allercet Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Allercet
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
How to use Allercet Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Allercet Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Allercet Tablet works
Allercet Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Allercet Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Allercet Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Allercet Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Allercet Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Allercet Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Allercet Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Allercet Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Allercet Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. It may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. It may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Allercet Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Allercet Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick Tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Allercet Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- It's much less likely to make you feel sleepy than other similar medications.
- It is okay to take Allercet Tablet with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Allercet Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Allercet Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Allercet Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylmethyl Piperazinyl Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Allercet with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Aprepit, Aprepep, Fos-Aprepitant
LIFE-THREATENING
Brand(s): Fosup, Artepitant, Fosaran
LIFE-THREATENING
Brand(s): Zuvair
SERIOUS
Brand(s): Eurolam
MODERATE
Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Allercet Tablet
Once A Day
87%
Twice A Day
13%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Allercet Tablet for?
Allergic cond*
58%
Others
42%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Poor
20%
Excellent
13%
What were the side-effects while using Allercet Tablet?
Stomach cramp
20%
Sleepiness
20%
Drowsiness
20%
Stomach pain
20%
Dryness in mo*
20%
*Dryness in mouth
How do you take Allercet Tablet?
With food
50%
With or witho*
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Allercet Tablet on price
Average
100%
FAQs
Q. Does Allercet Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Yes, Allercet Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Q. Is Allercet Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?
Allercet Tablet is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
Q. How long does it take for Allercet Tablet to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Allercet Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Q. Can I take Allercet Tablet and Fexofenadine together?
Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Allercet Tablet during daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.
Q. For how long should I continue Allercet Tablet?
The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Allercet Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Allercet Tablet.
Q. Is it safe to take Allercet Tablet daily for a long time?
Allercet Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Allercet Tablet for only as long as you need it.
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27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA
Country of Origin: India
Expires on or after: June, 2021
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Expires on or after: June, 2021
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Allercet Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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