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Hicet Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Hicet Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hicet Tablet. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hicet Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Hicet Tablet 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 Hicet Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hicet Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Hicet Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Hicet Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hicet Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Hicet Tablet 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 Hicet Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Hicet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Hicet Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Hicet may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Hicet Tablet on the Kidneys?
Hicet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hicet Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Hicet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Hicet Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Hicet without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hicet Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hicet Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hicet Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Hicet Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Hicet Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Hicet Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Hicet Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hicet Tablet
Taking Hicet Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hicet Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Hicet Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Discontinuation of Hicet on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Hicet 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.
Yes, Hicet 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.
Although, Hicet 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.
No, Hicet is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
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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
