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Citzen Information

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

The correct dosage of Citzen 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Citzen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Citzen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Citzen's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Citzen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Citzen related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citzen contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Citzen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Citzen is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Citzen Benefits & Uses

Citzen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Citzen 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

Citzen Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Citzen safe for pregnant women?


    Citzen is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Citzen safe during breastfeeding?


    Citzen has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Citzen on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Citzen on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Citzen on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Citzen on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Citzen on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Citzen with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild



Citzen Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Citzen

  • Is this Citzen habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Citzen has not been reported.

    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 Citzen can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Citzen should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Citzen is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Citzen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Citzen


    Taking Citzen with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Citzen


    Consumption of alcohol and Citzen together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Citzen

Question almost 5 years ago

Why should Citzen 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 Citzen to prevent accidents and injuries.

Question almost 5 years ago

When to take Citzen?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Absorption of Citzen 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Citzen for cold?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citzen 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Citzen a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Citzen 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Citzen a decongestant?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Citzen is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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