Cettop: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cettop Information

Cettop is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Cettop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cettop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cettop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cettop 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cettop is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cettop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cettop related warnings section.

The section on Cettop contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Cettop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cettop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cettop Benefits & Uses
Cettop Dosage & How to Take
Cettop Side Effects
Cettop Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cettop with Other Drugs
Cettop Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cettop
Cettop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cettop Benefits & Uses

Cettop 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)

Cettop 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
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cettop Related Warnings

Is the use of Cettop safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cettop safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cettop safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cettop as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cettop on the Kidneys?

Cettop rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cettop on the Liver?

Cettop has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cettop on the Heart?

Using Cettop does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cettop with Other Drugs

Cettop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Cettop Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cettop

Is this Cettop habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cettop.

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 Cettop can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cettop is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cettop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cettop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cettop

Taking Cettop with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cettop

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cettop as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cettop

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cettop With Paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cettop can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cettop?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Cettop 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cettop cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Cettop 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Cettop?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Cettop 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Why should Cettop be taken at night?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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 Cettop to prevent accidents and injuries.