ALERID D TAB

Overview

ALERID D TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ALERID D TAB is composed of: PHENYLEPHRINE (10 MG), CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE (5 MG)

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Cetirizine hydrochloride is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. It is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, or runny nose.Cetirizine hydrochloride is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by hives. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Usage

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Common Cold, Hives
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Eyes Itching, Sneezing, Nose Itching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ALERID D TAB and its Constituents

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Do not drive or operate machinery after taking cetirizine because you may feel sleepy.
• Avoid alcohol intake while taking this drug.
• Consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects: changes in vision, severe dry mouth, trouble urinating, constipation or drowsiness.Do not start or continue the cetirizine tablets:If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to cetirizine or any of the other ingredients of cetirizine tablet.
•  If you have severe kidney problem or severe liver problem.
•  If you are pregnant or breast feeding.
• Doctor’s advice should be considered before taking cetirizine tablets in case of any following disease conditions such as fits, severe kidney impairment, intolerance to sugars.
• Take cetirizine exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
• You may take cetirizine with or without food.
• The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Constipation, Stomach Pain, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Dry Mouth, Throat Soreness, Cough, Nausea, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Insomnia, Breathlessness, Confusion, Eyes Blurred Vision, Pounding Heart (pulse), Weakness (generalized), Hyperactive Behavior, Decreased Urination

Rare Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE can interfere with: Alcoholism, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ALERID D TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALERID D TAB

INR 30 for 10 TABLETS

PHENYLEPHRINE 10 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

KOLQ TAB TAB	INR 31.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 52.28 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG
SUMO COLD TAB	INR 56 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325 MG, CAFFEINE 25 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 MG