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Zene, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Zene also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zene depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zene have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zene are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Zene's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Zene has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zene related warnings section.
The section on Zene contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Zene have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zene, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zene 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 Zene safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zene without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Zene safe during breastfeeding?
Zene may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zene on the Kidneys?
Zene rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zene on the Liver?
Side effects of Zene rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zene on the Heart?
Zene is completely safe for the heart.
Zene 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 Zene unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zene habit forming or addictive?
Zene is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zene, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zene can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zene only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zene cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zene
Taking Zene with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zene
Taking Zene with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Zene 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, Zene can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
No, taking Zene does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Zene.
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.
Take Zene as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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