Cetrizine Tablet
Product introduction
Cetrizine 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.
Cetrizine 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 sleepiness, dizziness, tiredness, and sore throat. 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 Cetrizine Tablet
Benefits of Cetrizine Tablet
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Cetrizine Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. 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 the skin. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. For individuals taking it to prevent getting symptoms one should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Sore throat
How to use Cetrizine 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. Cetrizine Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cetrizine Tablet works
Cetrizine 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
Cetrizine Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cetrizine Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cetrizine Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Cetrizine Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Cetrizine Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cetrizine Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cetrizine Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetrizine 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
Cetrizine Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cetrizine Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cetrizine Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cetrizine Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Cetrizine Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- It is okay to take Cetrizine Tablet with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
- Compared to other similar medications, Cetrizine Tablet is less likely to cause sleepiness.
- Stop taking Cetrizine 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
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cetrizine with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Cetirizine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your d
Do not take Tranylcypromine with Cetirizine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to your doctor.
Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blo
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cetrizine Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Cetrizine Tablet for?
Allergic cond*
83%
Others
17%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
42%
Average
38%
Poor
19%
What were the side-effects while using Cetrizine Tablet?
Sleepiness
44%
No Side Effec*
33%
Cold extremit*
11%
Weakness
11%
*No Side Effect, Cold extremities
How do you take Cetrizine Tablet?
With food
71%
With or witho*
27%
Empty stomach
2%
*With or without food
Please rate Cetrizine Tablet on price
Not Expensive
35%
Expensive
34%
Average
31%
FAQs
Does Cetrizine Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Yes, Cetrizine Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Is Cetrizine Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?
Cetrizine 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.
How long does it take for Cetrizine Tablet to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Cetrizine Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Can I take Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine Tablet during the 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.
For how long should I continue Cetrizine 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 the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Cetrizine Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Cetrizine Tablet.
Is it safe to take Cetrizine Tablet daily for a long time?
Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine Tablet for only as long as you need it.
Does Cetrizine Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Yes, Cetrizine Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak.
Is Cetrizine Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?
Cetrizine 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.
How long does it take for Cetrizine Tablet to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Cetrizine Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Can I take Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine Tablet during the 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.
For how long should I continue Cetrizine 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 the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Cetrizine Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Cetrizine Tablet.
Is it safe to take Cetrizine Tablet daily for a long time?
Cetrizine 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 Cetrizine Tablet for only as long as you need it.
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Address: M-17, Pharma Tower, Basement & Ground Floor, Badli Industrial Area, New Delhi 110 042
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
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Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cetrizine 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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