Review the side-effects of Cetirizine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Headache, inflammation of pharynx, abdominal pain, cough, drowsiness, diarrhea, nosebleed, asthma, nausea and vomiting.
Metabolic - Loss of appetite, flushing, increased salivation, urinary retention, dehydration, increased sugar, and thirst.
Heart - Heart failure, high blood pressure, fast heart rate, and palpitations.
Central Nervous System - Incoordination, confusion, slurred speech, leg cramps, tingling, fainting, paralysis, tremor, twitching, visual defect, abnormal thinking, agitation, memory loss, sleeplessness and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Abnormal liver function, aggravated tooth caries, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, stomach inflammation, piles, increased appetite, blood in stool, rectal bleeding, mouth ulcer, tongue discoloration and tongue swelling.
Genitourinary - Bladder inflammation, painful urination, blood in urine, urinary frequency, urinary incontinence, and urinary tract infection, painful menstrual period, irregular period, breast pain and vaginal inflammation.
Eye and ENT - Deafness, ear pain, ear damage, ringing in the ear, taste perversion, blindness and increased eye pressure.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness/pain, joint inflammation and joint pain.
Respiratory - Lung inflammation, difficulty in breathing, increased sputum, pneumonia, respiratory disorder and upper respiratory tract infection.
Skin - Pimples, hair loss, skin inflammation, eruption, dry skin, redness, itching, and hives.
Body as a Whole - Accidental injury, weakness, back pain, chest pain, enlarged abdomen, face swelling, fever, hot flashes, increased weight, leg swelling, uneasiness, swelling in the extremities and rigors.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Headache, inflammation of pharynx, abdominal pain, cough, drowsiness, diarrhea, nosebleed, asthma, nausea and vomiting.
Metabolic - Loss of appetite, flushing, increased salivation, urinary retention, dehydration, increased sugar, and thirst.
Heart - Heart failure, high blood pressure, fast heart rate, and palpitations.
Central Nervous System - Incoordination, confusion, slurred speech, leg cramps, tingling, fainting, paralysis, tremor, twitching, visual defect, abnormal thinking, agitation, memory loss, sleeplessness and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Abnormal liver function, aggravated tooth caries, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, stomach inflammation, piles, increased appetite, blood in stool, rectal bleeding, mouth ulcer, tongue discoloration and tongue swelling.
Genitourinary - Bladder inflammation, painful urination, blood in urine, urinary frequency, urinary incontinence, and urinary tract infection, painful menstrual period, irregular period, breast pain and vaginal inflammation.
Eye and ENT - Deafness, ear pain, ear damage, ringing in the ear, taste perversion, blindness and increased eye pressure.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness/pain, joint inflammation and joint pain.
Respiratory - Lung inflammation, difficulty in breathing, increased sputum, pneumonia, respiratory disorder and upper respiratory tract infection.
Skin - Pimples, hair loss, skin inflammation, eruption, dry skin, redness, itching, and hives.
Body as a Whole - Accidental injury, weakness, back pain, chest pain, enlarged abdomen, face swelling, fever, hot flashes, increased weight, leg swelling, uneasiness, swelling in the extremities and rigors.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Cetirizine
Cetirizine(Aller-Tec) generic is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic reactions. It blocks the histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.Trade Names for Cetirizine
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Aller-Tec, Alleroff, Zyrtec
