Cetrimak 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 150.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Company | Maks drug limited |
Title and Categories
- Cetrimak
- Antihistamine
- Allergic Rhinitis Relief
- Urticaria Treatment
- Asthma Relief
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
- No drowsiness effect
- Inhibits histamine-mediated early phase of allergic reaction
- Reduces migration of inflammatory cells and release of mediators associated with late phase of allergic reaction
- Peak plasma concentration of 257 mcg/L within one hour of administration
- Plasma half-life of approximately 11 hours
Dosage & Administration
- Adults and Children 6 years and older: 1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls daily
- Children 2-6 years: 1 teaspoonful once daily or 1/2 teaspoonful twice daily
- Children 6 months to 2 years: 1/2 teaspoonful once daily
- Recommended injectable dosage for different age groups
- Single use injectable product for intravenous administration only
Interaction
- No clinically significant drug interactions with specified drugs
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Cetirizine or hydroxyzine
Side Effects
- Somnolence
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excreted in human milk
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution when driving or operating heavy machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Reduced 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 in proportion to decrease in creatinine clearance
Therapeutic Class
- Sedating Antihistamine
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children