The active ingredient is called Ceterizine dihydrochloride. It blocks the effects of a substance called histamine which occurs naturally in the body. Histamine is involved in allergic reactions.Zirtek offers relief from nasal and ocular symptoms of hayfever/seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and urticaria (skin rash, itching, redness). it can be used in children over 6 years and in adults.
Directions
Adults and adolescents above 12 years old: The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily as 1 tablet.
Children between 6 and 12 years old: The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily as a half tablet twice daily.
Warnings: Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Do not take this medication without medical advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding or suffering from renal or bladder impairment. Please avoid alcohol whilst taking this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist or get worse at any stage. Duration of continuous treatment should not be longer than 30 days, after this period, you should also consult with your doctor. Please refer to the Patient Information Leaflet for further warnings, precautions, side effects and instructions for use for this product.
Adults and adolescents above 12 years old:
The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily as 1 tablet.
Children between 6 and 12 years old:
The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily as a half tablet twice daily.
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<p><strong>Directions</strong></p>
<p>Adults and adolescents above 12 years old:<br>The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily as 1 tablet.</p>
<p>Children between 6 and 12 years old:<br>The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily as a half tablet twice daily.</p>
<p><strong>Warnings:</strong><br>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Do not take this medication without medical advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding or suffering from renal or bladder impairment. Please avoid alcohol whilst taking this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist or get worse at any stage. Duration of continuous treatment should not be longer than 30 days, after this period, you should also consult with your doctor. Please refer to the Patient Information Leaflet for further warnings, precautions, side effects and instructions for use for this product.</p>
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