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Alocet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Alocet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Alocet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alocet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alocet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alocet is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Alocet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alocet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alocet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Alocet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alocet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Alocet 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
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Is the use of Alocet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Alocet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Alocet safe during breastfeeding?
Alocet may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alocet on the Kidneys?
Alocet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alocet on the Liver?
Alocet is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alocet on the Heart?
You can take Alocet without any fear of damage to the heart.
Alocet 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 Alocet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alocet habit forming or addictive?
Alocet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alocet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Alocet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Alocet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Alocet
It is safe to take Alocet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alocet
Consumption of alcohol and Alocet together may have severe effects on your health.
Alocet 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.
Yes, Alocet 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.
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.
Discontinuation of Alocet on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken during any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Alocet to prevent accidents and injuries.
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