Cetirizine + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Phenylephrine is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Cetirizine + Phenylephrine is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, headache, nausea, vomiting, and tiredness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

• Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Cetirizine + Phenylephrine is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Cetirizine + Phenylephrine may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of KOLQ

• Dryness in mouth
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Sleepiness
• Fatigue
• Constipation
• Diarrhea

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Cetirizine + Phenylephrine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Cetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

• You have been prescribed Cetirizine + Phenylephrine for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.

• Stop taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

• Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

• If you drink alcohol while you are taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine, be aware of its effects on you and do not drink more than moderate amounts.

• Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.

• You have been prescribed Cetirizine + Phenylephrine for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.

• Stop taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

• Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

• If you drink alcohol while you are taking Cetirizine + Phenylephrine, be aware of its effects on you and do not drink more than moderate amounts.

• Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.

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