Alatrol 5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 30.10
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis
- Treatment of uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria
- Treatment of allergen-induced asthma
Pharmacology
- Potent H1 receptor antagonist
- No significant anticholinergic and antiserotonic effects
- Histamine-mediated early phase allergic reaction inhibition
- Reduces migration of inflammatory cells
- Reduces release of mediators associated with late phase allergic reaction
- Peak plasma concentrations of 257 mcg/L achieved within one hour
- Plasma half-life of approximately 11 hours
- Renal clearance of 30 ml/minute
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: 1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls daily
- Children 2-6 years: 1 teaspoonful once daily
- Children 6 months to 2 years: 1/2 teaspoonful once daily
- Injectable dosage form for intravenous administration
- Recommended dosage regimen: once every 24 hours
Interaction
- No clinically significant drug interactions with specified drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Cetirizine or hydroxyzine
Side Effects
- Most common side effect: somnolence
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category: B
- Cetirizine excreted in human milk
- Use in pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution when driving a car or operating heavy machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Reduced total body clearance in patients with mild to moderate hepatic and renal impairment
- Safety demonstrated in pediatric patients aged 6 months to 5 years
- Reduced clearance in elderly patients
Therapeutic Class
- Sedating Anti-histamine
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children