Satrol 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.00 (100's pack: ৳ 200.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Company | Marker pharma ltd |
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
- Potent H1 receptor antagonist
- No significant anticholinergic and antiserotonic effects
- Inhibition of histamine-mediated early phase of allergic reaction
- Reduction of migration of inflammatory cells
- Reduction of release of mediators associated with late phase of allergic reaction
- Peak plasma concentration of 257 mcg/L within one hour of administration for adults
- Plasma half-life of approximately 11 hours
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls daily
- Children (6 years and older) dosage: 1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls daily or 1 teaspoonful twice daily
- Children (2-6 years) dosage: 1 teaspoonful once daily or 1/2 teaspoonful twice daily
- Children (6 months to 2 years) dosage: 1/2 teaspoonful once daily
- Recommended injectable dosage regimen for acute urticaria
- Different dosage recommendations for adults, adolescents, and children
Interaction
- No clinically significant drug interactions with Theophylline
- No clinically significant drug interactions with Azithromycin
- No clinically significant drug interactions with Pseudoephedrine
- No clinically significant drug interactions with Ketoconazole
- No clinically significant drug interactions with Erythromycin
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Cetirizine or hydroxyzine
Side Effects
- Most common side effect: somnolence
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category: B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution advised during use in pregnant and nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised when driving or operating heavy machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Reduced clearance and increased half-life in patients with hepatic or renal insufficiency
- 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