cetirizine hydrochloride by Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc.
Medically reviewed on May 21, 2018
Dosage form: tablet
Ingredients: CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5mgCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10mg
Labeler: Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc.
NDC Code: 29300-330
DRUG FACTS
(IN EACH TABLET)
Cetirizine HCl USP 5 mg
Cetirizine HCl USP 10 mg
Antihistamine
relieves itching due to hives (urticaria). This product will not prevent hives or an allergic skin reaction from occurring.
Get emergency help immediately if you have hives along with any of the following symptoms:
- trouble swallowing
- dizziness or loss of consciousness
- swelling of tongue
- swelling in or around mouth
- trouble speaking
- drooling
- wheezing or problems breathing
These symptoms may be signs of anaphylactic shock. This condition can be life threatening if not treated by a health professional immediately. Symptoms of anaphylactic shock may occur when hives first appear or up to a few hours later.
If your doctor has prescribed an epinephrine injector for "anaphylaxis" or severe allergy symptoms that could occur with your hives, never use this product as a substitute for the epinephrine injector. If you have been prescribed an epinephrine injector, you should carry it with you at all times.
▪ to prevent hives from any known cause such as:
- foods
- insect stings
- medicines
- latex or rubber gloves because this product will not stop hives from occuring. Avoiding the cause of your hives is the only way to prevent them. Hives can sometimes be serious. If you do not know the cause of your hives, see your doctor for a medical exam. Your doctor may be able to help you find a cause.
▪ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
- liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
- hives that are an unusual color, look bruised or blistered.
- hives that do not itch.
taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
- drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness.
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
- an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
- symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment
- the hives have lasted more than 6 weeks.
- if breast-feeding: not recommended
- if pregnant: ask a health professional before use.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
| adults and children 6 years and over
| 1 to 2 tablets once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours. |
| adults 65 years and over | 1 tablet once a day; do not take more than 1 tablet in 24 hours. |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
| consumers with liver or kidney disease | ask a doctor |
| adults and children 6 years and over | One 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms. |
| adults 65 years and over
| ask a doctor |
| children under 6 years of age
| ask a doctor |
| consumers with liver or kidney disease
| ask a doctor |
- store between 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F)
Corn starch, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, povidone and titanium dioxide
call 1-866-562-4616
Manufactured by:
UNICHEM LABORATORIES LTD.
Pilerne Ind. Estate, Pilerne, Bardez, Goa 403 511, India
Distributed by:
Rochelle Park, NJ 07662.
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets 5 mg-For Hives Relief
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets 10 mg-For Hives Relief
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| Labeler - Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc. (181620514) |
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