ACECOLD SYRUP 60ML

1. Cetirizine (2.5mg/5ml):

• Introduction:
  • Type: Antihistamine
  • Form: Syrup

Acecold Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are stomach upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

• Benefits:

  • Cetirizine is commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, and hives.
  • It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.

• Side Effects:

  • Common side effects may include drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache.
  • Serious side effects are rare but may include allergic reactions.

• Drug Interactions:

  • Cetirizine may interact with other medications, particularly those that cause drowsiness, such as sedatives or alcohol.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Acecold Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acecold Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Acecold Syrup is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Acecold Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Acecold Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acecold Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Acecold Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acecold Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.