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Incet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Secondary and off-label uses of Incet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Incet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Incet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Incet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Incet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Incet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Incet related warnings section.
The section on Incet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Incet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Incet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Incet 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 Incet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Incet safely.
Is the use of Incet safe during breastfeeding?
Incet may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Incet on the Kidneys?
Incet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Incet on the Liver?
Incet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Incet on the Heart?
Incet is completely safe for the heart.
Incet 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 Incet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Incet habit forming or addictive?
Incet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Incet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Incet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Incet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Incet
It is safe to take Incet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Incet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Incet as it can have severe side effects.
Incet 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.
No, Incet is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Incet 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).
Yes, Incet 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.
Discontinuation of Incet on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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