Procet 5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 20.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Company | Somatec pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Relief of symptoms associated with perennial allergic rhinitis
- Treatment of uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria
- Treatment of allergen induced asthma
Pharmacology
- H1 receptor antagonist
- No significant anticholinergic effects
- No significant antiserotonic effects
- Inhibits histamine-mediated early phase of allergic reaction
- Reduces migration of inflammatory cells
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dosage for adults and children 6 years and older: 1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls daily
- Recommended dosage for children 2-6 years: 1 teaspoonful once daily or 1/2 teaspoonful twice daily
- Recommended dosage for children 6 months to 2 years: 1/2 teaspoonful once daily
Interaction
- No clinically significant drug interactions found with Theophylline
- No clinically significant drug interactions found with Azithromycin
- No clinically significant drug interactions found with Pseudoephedrine
- No clinically significant drug interactions found with Ketoconazole
- No clinically significant drug interactions found with Erythromycin
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity to Cetirizine
- Contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine
Side Effects
- Most common side effect is somnolence
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category: B
- Caution should be exercised when administered to nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution should be exercised when driving or operating heavy machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Total body clearance reduced in mild to moderate hepatic and renal impairment
- Safety demonstrated in pediatric patients aged 6 months to 5 years
- Clearance reduced in elderly patients in proportion to decrease in creatinine clearance
Therapeutic Class
- Sedating Anti-histamine
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children