Rinzin 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (100's pack: ৳ 300.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Company | Globex pharmaceuticals 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 and release of mediators associated with late phase of allergic reaction
- Plasma half-life of approximately 11 hours
- Renal clearance of 30 ml/minute
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage form: oral tablet and injectable
- Different dosages for adults and children aged 6 years and older
- Different dosages for children aged 2-6 years
- Different dosages for children aged 6 months to 2 years
- Injectable dosage for adults, adolescents, and children aged 6 months to 11 years
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 hypersensitivity to Cetirizine or hydroxyzine
Side Effects
- Common side effect: somnolence
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category: B
- Cetirizine excreted in human milk
- Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution required when driving a car or operating heavy machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Reduced clearance and increased AUC in patients with hepatic or renal insufficiency
- Safety demonstrated in pediatric patients aged 6 months to 5 years
Therapeutic Class
- Sedating Anti-histamine
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children