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

Citicad Information

Citicad is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Citicad have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Citicad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Citicad have been listed ahead. These side effects of Citicad are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Citicad has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Citicad related warnings talks about Citicad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Citicad have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Citicad may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Citicad is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Citicad Benefits & Uses

Citicad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Runny Nose (Read More - How to Clear Nasal Congestion)
Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Citicad 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

Citicad Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citicad is used -

Moderate

Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Blurred vision
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Drowsiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Vertigo
Rash

Citicad Related Warnings

Is the use of Citicad safe for pregnant women?

Citicad is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Citicad safe during breastfeeding?

Citicad may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Citicad on the Kidneys?

Citicad may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Citicad on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Citicad on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Citicad on the Heart?

Citicad is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Citicad with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Citicad Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Citicad

Is this Citicad habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Citicad.

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

After taking Citicad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Citicad can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Citicad should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Citicad is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Citicad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citicad

It is safe to take Citicad with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Citicad

Consumption of alcohol and Citicad together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Citicad

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Citicad safe?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citicad 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Citicad with montelukast?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citicad 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Citicad a decongestant?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

When to take Citicad?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Absorption of Citicad 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Citicad?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Citicad 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.