Zirtek Allergy Relief Tablets
Price £3.79
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Zirtek allergy tablets are formulated to relieve nasal and ocular symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, as well as urticaria in adults and children aged 6 years and above. With the active ingredient of cetirizine dihydrochloride, the tablets help to lessen discomfort, such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and skin rashes caused by allergies.
Directions
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The recommended dose for adults and children above age 12 is one tablet daily.
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The recommended dose for children of age 6-12 is 5 mg twice daily, taken as half a tablet in the morning and half in the evening.
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For moderate renal impairment, the recommended dose is a half tablet once a day.
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For severe kidney disease, consult a medical specialist for dose adjustments.
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If the effect of Zirtek Allergy seems too weak or too strong, it is advised to consult a doctor.
Cautions
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Do not take Zirtek Allergy if:
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You have kidney disease requiring dialysis.
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You are allergic to cetirizine dihydrochloride or any other ingredient in the medicine.
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Consult your doctor before use if:
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You have difficulty while urinating due to spinal cord, prostate, or bladder issues.
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You have epilepsy.
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You are pregnant, breastfeeding, or deciding to have a baby.
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You have lactose intolerance.
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Alcohol consumption: Although there is no significant interaction to have been observed between alcohol at low blood levels and cetirizine, it is better to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
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Allergy testing: If you are scheduled for allergy testing, ask your doctor for usage advice because using citirizine may affect the results.
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Children: This medicine is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
Side effects
- Common side effects include:
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Drowsiness
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Dizziness
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Dry mouth
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Headache
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And gastrointestinal discomfort
- Severe allergic reactions such as rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), trouble breathing, and severe dizziness are also possible. If any severe side effects occur, seek immediate medical attention.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Faq
What is the active ingredient in Zirtek Tablets?
The active ingredient in Zirtek Tablets is Zirtek Hydrochloride. This ingredient is an antihistamine which blocks any symptoms of histamine allowing for the allergic reaction to be treated effectively.
What symptoms can Zirtek be used to treat?
Zirtek Tablets can be taken to treat the following symptoms of allergies:
- A runny nose
- Itching eyes
- Watering eyes
- Itching nose
- Runny nose
What is the difference between Zirtek Tablets and Zyrtec 24 hour Allergy Relief Tablets?
Effectively they are both used to provide relief from symptoms of allergies. The main difference is branding and price. Zyrtec is a branded version of Zirtek Tablets making Zyrtec more expensive than Zirtek.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zirtek Tablets?
It is advised to not drink alcohol while taking Zirtek Tablets. This is because a common side effect caused by Zirtek is feeling tired and sleepy, by consuming alcohol these side effects may worsen.
Can I take painkillers with Zirtek Tablets?
Yes, it is safe to combine painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen with Zirtek Tablets.
Ingredients
The active ingredients of these tablets are:
Cetirizine dihydrochloride (10 mg per film-coated tablet)
Additional ingredients of Zirtek Allergy tablets are:
Microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, colloidal anhydrous silica, Opadry Y-1-7000 hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (E 464), titanium dioxide (E 171), and macrogol 400.