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CTZ Tablet Benefits & Uses

CTZ Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Runny Nose
Itching
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

CTZ Tablet 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

CTZ Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of CTZ Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of CTZ Tablet in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of CTZ Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take CTZ Tablet as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of CTZ Tablet on the Kidneys?

CTZ Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of CTZ Tablet on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of CTZ Tablet on the Heart?

CTZ Tablet is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of CTZ Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

CTZ Tablet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about CTZ Tablet

Is this CTZ Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that CTZ Tablet is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking CTZ Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

CTZ Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, CTZ Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

CTZ Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and CTZ Tablet

You can take CTZ Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and CTZ Tablet

Taking CTZ Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about CTZ Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does CTZ Tablet cause stomach upset?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take CTZ Tablet?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

CTZ Tablet 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take CTZ Tablet with montelukast?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, CTZ Tablet 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

What is CTZ Tablet?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

CTZ Tablet 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can CTZ Tablet cause drowsiness?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Although, CTZ Tablet 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.