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Cetral O is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Cetral O have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cetral O. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cetral O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cetral O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cetral O is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cetral O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cetral O related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cetral O are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cetral O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cetral O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cetral O is used to treat the following -
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 Cetral O safe for pregnant women?
Cetral O is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cetral O safe during breastfeeding?
Cetral O may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cetral O on the Kidneys?
Cetral O rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetral O on the Liver?
Cetral O has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cetral O on the Heart?
Using Cetral O does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cetral O 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 Cetral O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetral O habit forming or addictive?
Cetral O is not addictive in nature.
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 Cetral O can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cetral O only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cetral O for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetral O
It is safe to take Cetral O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetral O
Taking alcohol with Cetral O can be dangerous.
Cetral O is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Yes, Cetral O 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.
Cetral O 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).
Although, Cetral O 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.
No, taking Cetral O does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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