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Citimed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Other than this, Citimed has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Citimed. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Citimed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Citimed go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Citimed has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Citimed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Citimed contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Citimed 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 Citimed is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Citimed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citimed is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Citimed safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Citimed in pregnant women.
Is the use of Citimed safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Citimed on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Citimed on the Kidneys?
Citimed rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citimed on the Liver?
Citimed is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Citimed on the Heart?
You can take Citimed without any fear of damage to the heart.
Citimed 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 Citimed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citimed habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Citimed.
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 Citimed can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Citimed is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Citimed in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Citimed
Taking Citimed with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citimed
Taking alcohol with Citimed can be dangerous.
No, taking Citimed 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.
Citimed 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.
Citimed 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).
Citimed is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Citimed is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
