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Broncocet Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. The alternative uses of Broncocet Am have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Broncocet Am 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Broncocet Am include Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Broncocet Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Broncocet Am 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.
It is also important to note that Broncocet Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Broncocet Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding must refrain from the use of Broncocet Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Broncocet Am are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Broncocet Am have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Broncocet Am, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Broncocet Am 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Broncocet Am safe for pregnant women?
Broncocet Am has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Broncocet Am without medical advice.
Is the use of Broncocet Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Broncocet Am. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Broncocet Am on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Broncocet Am on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Broncocet Am on the Liver?
Broncocet Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Broncocet Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Broncocet Am rarely affect the heart.
Broncocet Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Broncocet Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Broncocet Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Broncocet Am is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Broncocet Am
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Broncocet Am together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Broncocet Am
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Broncocet Am and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Absorption of Broncocet Am is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Broncocet Am works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Broncocet Am 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.
Take Broncocet Am as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Broncocet Am 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.
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
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