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Act 5/60 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Act 5/60 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Act 5/60 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Act 5/60 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. Some other side effects of Act 5/60 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Act 5/60 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Act 5/60 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Act 5/60 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Act 5/60 Tablet related warnings section.
Act 5/60 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Act 5/60 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Act 5/60 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Act 5/60 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Act 5/60 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Act 5/60 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Act shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Act 5/60 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Act may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Act should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Act rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Liver?
Act may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Act rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Act 5/60 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Act 5/60 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Act 5/60 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Act 5/60 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Act 5/60 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Act 5/60 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, taking Act 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 Act.
Yes, Act can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Act can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
No, Act is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
