L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup

Product introduction

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup is given to children to treat a wide range of symptoms caused due to allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold. These symptoms may include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

 

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

Uses of L Cetrest Syrup

• Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of L Cetrest Syrup

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup 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 can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup 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.

Side effects of L Cetrest Syrup

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 L Cetrest

• Nausea
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Fatigue
• Dryness in mouth
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use L Cetrest Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How L Cetrest Syrup works

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions, thereby reducing the symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Driving

UNSAFE

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving L Cetrest 2.5mg Syrup to your child in case of severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take L Cetrest Syrup?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.