Cetirizine + Phenylephrine
Information about Cetirizine + Phenylephrine
Cetirizine + Phenylephrine Uses
Cetirizine+Phenylephrine is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
How Cetirizine + Phenylephrine works
Cetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Common side effects of Cetirizine + Phenylephrine
Headache, Dryness in mouth, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Fatigue, Constipation, Diarrhea
Available Medicine for Cetirizine + Phenylephrine
Allercet-DCMicro Labs Ltd
₹801 variant(s)
Hicet-DCMicro Labs Ltd
₹791 variant(s)
Expert advice for Cetirizine + Phenylephrine
- You have been prescribed Cetirizine + Phenylephrine for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
- Stop taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
- If you drink alcohol while you are taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine, be aware of its effects on you and do not drink more than moderate amounts.
- Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.