Alernyl: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alernyl Benefits & Uses

Alernyl is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Cough

Alernyl Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetirizine (5 mg), Dextromethorphan (10 mg)/ 5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetirizine (5 mg), Dextromethorphan (10 mg)/ 5ml, dose for 6 - 12 years old children
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetirizine (5 mg), Dextromethorphan (10 mg)/ 5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetirizine (5 mg), Dextromethorphan (10 mg)/ 5ml

Alernyl Related Warnings

Is the use of Alernyl safe for pregnant women?

Alernyl can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Alernyl safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Alernyl may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Alernyl should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Alernyl on the Kidneys?

Alernyl can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Alernyl on the Liver?

Alernyl has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Alernyl on the Heart?

Alernyl has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Alernyl with Other Drugs

Alernyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Alernyl Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alernyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alernyl

Is this Alernyl habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Alernyl. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Alernyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alernyl

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Alernyl and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alernyl

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Alernyl as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Alernyl

Question about 5 years ago

Can Alernyl cause drowsiness?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Although, Alernyl is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Alernyl a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Alernyl is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Alernyl safe?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alernyl 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Alernyl cause weight gain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Alernyl 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 Alernyl.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alernyl with ambroxol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alernyl can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.