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Spalcet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Spalcet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Spalcet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Spalcet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Spalcet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Spalcet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Spalcet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Spalcet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Spalcet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Spalcet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Spalcet 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Spalcet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Spalcet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Spalcet safe during breastfeeding?
Spalcet has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Spalcet on the Kidneys?
Spalcet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Spalcet on the Liver?
Spalcet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Spalcet on the Heart?
You can take Spalcet without any fear of damage to the heart.
Spalcet 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 Spalcet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spalcet habit forming or addictive?
Spalcet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Spalcet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Spalcet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Spalcet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Spalcet
You can take Spalcet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spalcet
Taking Spalcet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Spalcet is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Spalcet is a brand name of Cetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
Spalcet is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
No, taking Spalcet 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 Spalcet.
Yes, Spalcet can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
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
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