Alernyl Information
Alernyl is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Alernyl have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alernyl. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alernyl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alernyl 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.
In addition, Alernyl's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Alernyl related warnings talks about Alernyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Alernyl have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Alernyl may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alernyl is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Alernyl Benefits & Uses
Alernyl is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
- Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
- Cough
Alernyl 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Alernyl Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alernyl is used -
Severe
- Difficulty breathing
- Joint pain
Moderate
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
- Blurred vision
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Confusion
- Hallucinations
Mild
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dry Mouth
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Cough
- Vertigo
- Rash
- Nervousness
- Restlessness
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Alernyl Related Warnings
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Is the use of Alernyl safe for pregnant women?
Alernyl can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
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Is the use of Alernyl safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Alernyl may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Alernyl should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Alernyl on the Kidneys?
Alernyl can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
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What is the effect of Alernyl on the Liver?
Alernyl has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Alernyl on the Heart?
Alernyl has very mild side effects on the heart.
Severe Interaction of Alernyl with Other Drugs
Alernyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Alernyl Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alernyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Depression
- Parkinson's Disease
- Asthma
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Cancer
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Alernyl
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Is this Alernyl habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Alernyl. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Alernyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Alernyl
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Alernyl and food will interact.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Alernyl
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Alernyl as it can have severe side effects.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
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