Citimed Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Citimed Injection Information

Citimed Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Citimed Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Citimed Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Citimed Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Citimed Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Citimed Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Citimed Injection related warnings talks about Citimed Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citimed Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Citimed Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Citimed Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Citimed Benefits & Uses
Citimed Dosage & How to Take
Citimed Side Effects
Citimed Related Warnings
Citimed Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Citimed
Citimed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Citimed Injection Benefits & Uses

Citimed Injection 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)

Citimed Injection 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

Citimed Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Citimed Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Citimed in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Citimed Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Citimed on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Citimed Injection on the Kidneys?

Citimed rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Citimed Injection on the Liver?

Citimed is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Citimed Injection on the Heart?

You can take Citimed without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Citimed Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Injection

Is this Citimed Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Citimed Injection.

No
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 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Citimed Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Citimed Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Citimed Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citimed Injection

Taking Citimed Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Citimed Injection

Taking alcohol with Citimed Injection can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Injection

Question over 5 years ago

How does Citimed work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Citimed on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuation of Citimed on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Citimed with phenylephrine?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citimed can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Citimed cause drowsiness?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Although, Citimed 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Citimed without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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.

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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

Citimed Injection

Citimed Injection Information

Citimed Injection Benefits & Uses

Citimed Injection Dosage & How to Take

Citimed Injection Related Warnings

Citimed Injection Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Injection

Citimed Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Injection

Question over 5 years ago

How does Citimed work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Citimed on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Citimed with phenylephrine?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Can Citimed cause drowsiness?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Citimed without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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