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Allergin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Allergin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Allergin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Allergin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Allergin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Allergin's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Allergin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Allergin contraindications section.
Additionally, Allergin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Allergin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Allergin 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Allergin safe for pregnant women?
Allergin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Allergin safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Allergin on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Allergin on the Kidneys?
Allergin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Allergin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Allergin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Allergin on the Heart?
Allergin is not harmful for the heart.
Allergin 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 Allergin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Allergin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Allergin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Allergin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Allergin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Allergin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Allergin
Taking Allergin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Allergin
Consuming Allergin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Allergin can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
Allergin 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.
Allergin 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.
Yes, Allergin can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
No, taking Allergin does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
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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