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Alfree, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Other than this, Alfree has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Alfree depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alfree as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Alfree normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alfree is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Alfree related warnings talks about Alfree's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alfree contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Alfree have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alfree is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alfree 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 Alfree safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Alfree safely.
Is the use of Alfree safe during breastfeeding?
Alfree may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alfree on the Kidneys?
Alfree has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alfree on the Liver?
Side effects of Alfree rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Alfree on the Heart?
Using Alfree does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Alfree 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 Alfree unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alfree habit forming or addictive?
Alfree is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alfree as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Alfree is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alfree for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alfree
Taking Alfree with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alfree
Taking Alfree with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken during any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Alfree to prevent accidents and injuries.
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.
Alfree 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).
No, Alfree is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Yes, Alfree can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
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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