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

Cetrid Information

Cetrid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Cetrid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cetrid. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cetrid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cetrid 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cetrid is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cetrid related warnings talks about Cetrid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Cetrid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cetrid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cetrid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Cetrid Benefits & Uses
Cetrid Dosage & How to Take
Cetrid Side Effects
Cetrid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cetrid with Other Drugs
Cetrid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cetrid
Cetrid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cetrid Benefits & Uses

Cetrid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Runny Nose
Itching
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Cetrid 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
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cetrid Related Warnings

Is the use of Cetrid safe for pregnant women?

Cetrid is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cetrid safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cetrid as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cetrid on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cetrid on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cetrid on the Liver?

Cetrid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cetrid on the Heart?

Using Cetrid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cetrid with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Cetrid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cetrid

Is this Cetrid habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cetrid is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cetrid as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cetrid only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cetrid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cetrid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cetrid

Taking Cetrid with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetrid

Taking alcohol with Cetrid can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cetrid

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cetrid safe?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cetrid 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Cetrid?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Cetrid can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cetrid a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cetrid 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 Cetrid a decongestant?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Cetrid is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cetrid With Paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cetrid 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.