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About Ceticold 5mg/120mg Tablet

CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE is composed of two medicines, namely Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Collectively, both of them help to get relief from symptoms.

CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE can be taken with or without food with a glass of water. Please take it in dose and duration as advised by your doctor for the best results. Some people may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, tiredness. Most of these side effects of CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Uses of Ceticold 5mg/120mg Tablet

Hay fever, nasal congestion and sneezing due to cold.

Medicinal Benefits of Ceticold 5mg/120mg Tablet

CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE is primarily used to treat hay fever and common cold symptoms like nasal congestion and sneezing. It is composed of two medicines, namely Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Collectively, both of them help to get relief from symptoms.

Directions for Use

Take CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE with food or as advised by your doctor for the best results with a glass of water for best results.

Side Effects of Ceticold 5mg/120mg Tablet

Like other medications, CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE also has certain side effects, but it is not mandatory for anyone to experience them. Some people may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, tiredness. Most of these side effects of CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE if you are allergic to CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE, cetirizine (anti-histamines), phenylephrine (decongestants) or any of its ingredients. Cetirizine present in CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE may cause dizziness, drowsiness and alertness issues, so please do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration. Do not take any diet or appetite control-related medication along with CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE. Phenylephrine present in CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE can cause insomnia (trouble in sleeping), nervousness. If you feel any of these are persistent, please visit your doctor. Increase the intake of fluids to avoid excessive dry mouth caused due to CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE as continued dryness can lead to dental disease (gum disease, fungal infection, tooth decay). Intake of alcohol, tobacco, grapefruit, St. Wort plant (a plant used to treat depression) along with CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE is contra-indicated. Do not take CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver or kidney problem,  sinus (nasal congestion), diabetes, enlarged prostate, kidney or liver disease, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure (hypertension), glaucoma (increased eye pressure).

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), anti-depressants (alprazolam, amitriptyline, amoxapine, clomipramine, doxepin), anticonvulsants (fosphenytoin, levetiracetam, phenytoin, valproic acid), HIV medications (lopinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir), antipsychotics (chlorpromazine, clozapine), diabetes medications (metformin, glimepiride, glipizide), and heart medications (digoxin).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with CETIRIZINE+PHENYLEPHRINE to avoid excessive drowsiness and sleepiness.