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Unicet A, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Other than this, Unicet A has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Unicet A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Unicet A also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Unicet A can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Unicet A normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Unicet A has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Unicet A has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unicet A related warnings section.
Unicet A is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Unicet A contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Unicet A 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 Unicet A is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Unicet A 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 |
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Unicet A is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Unicet A safe for pregnant women?
Unicet A shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Unicet A safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Unicet A may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Unicet A should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Unicet A on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Unicet A on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Unicet A on the Liver?
Unicet A has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Unicet A on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Unicet A on the heart have been reported.
Unicet A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unicet A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unicet A habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Unicet A.
Interaction between Food and Unicet A
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Unicet A with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unicet A
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Unicet A.
No, taking Unicet A does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Unicet A.
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 Unicet A to prevent accidents and injuries.
Unicet A 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.
Absorption of Unicet A is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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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