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Cetral is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Secondary and off-label uses of Cetral have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cetral is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cetral can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cetral are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cetral has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cetral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cetral are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cetral may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cetral, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cetral 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 Cetral safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cetral without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cetral safe during breastfeeding?
Cetral has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cetral on the Kidneys?
Cetral rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetral on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cetral on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cetral on the Heart?
Cetral is not harmful for the heart.
Cetral 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 Cetral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetral habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetral.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cetral, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cetral can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cetral is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cetral in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cetral
Taking Cetral with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetral
Consumption of alcohol and Cetral together may have severe effects on your health.
Cetral 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.
Yes, Cetral can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Yes, Cetral 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.
Yes, Cetral 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.
Although, Cetral 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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