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Alerid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup,Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Alerid have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Alerid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Alerid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alerid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Alerid's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Alerid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alerid related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alerid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Alerid may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alerid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alerid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Alerid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Alerid safely.
Is the use of Alerid safe during breastfeeding?
Alerid may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alerid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Alerid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Alerid on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Alerid on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Alerid on the Heart?
Alerid is completely safe for the heart.
Alerid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alerid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alerid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Alerid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Alerid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Alerid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Alerid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alerid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alerid
You can take Alerid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alerid
Consumption of alcohol and Alerid together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Alerid is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Alerid is a brand name of Cetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
Alerid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, taking Alerid does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Alerid.
No, Alerid is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use