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Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT
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Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT

Manufactured byZenith Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsCetirizine
Description
Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used to treat allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat, itchy/watery eyes, and skin rash. It works by blocking the action of a chemical substance that causes allergy. Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT may cause some common side effects such as sleepiness, diarrhoea, nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe. Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment depending on your condition. Take it at the same time every day for better results. Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT

  • Sleepiness
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Dry mouth
  • Stomach pain
  • Change or loss of taste
  • Blurred vision

Uses of Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Chronic Urticaria
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT shows its effect within 60 minutes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT lasts approximately for 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of sufficient safety information during pregnancy, the risk to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT passes into breastmilk. A high dose or prolonged use of this medicine may cause drowsiness and other effects on your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of your allergic symptoms such as skin rash, redness and/or itching (especially of the face, lips, throat, etc.), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc after taking this medicine.

Severe kidney impairment

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems. It may cause accumulation of this medicine in your body and increase the risk of side effects. It may also cause further kidney damage.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of sufficient safety information during pregnancy, the risk to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT

Breast-feeding

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT passes into breastmilk. A high dose or prolonged use of this medicine may cause drowsiness and other effects on your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.

Other medicines

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT may increase your risk of side effects like sleepiness and impaired thinking when taken with other medicines that show similar effects such as sedatives (sleep-inducing medicine). Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.

Elderly

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution in elderly people, especially those with impaired kidney function due to the increased risk of side effects. Dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Urinary retention

Urinary retention is a condition in which you cannot empty your bladder completely when you urinate. Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution if you have such conditions as this medicine may increase the risk of urinary retention.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with this medicine for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.
Interaction with Medicine

Alprazolam

Codeine

Isocarboxazid

Tramadol

Gabapentin

Zolpidem

Lorazepam

Pregabalin

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Kidney Disease

Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT is removed from your body by the kidneys via urine. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in your body and may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest appropriate dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT with or without food. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT as it may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may reduce your alertness. Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT is available in various dosage forms such as tablets, dispersible tablets, mouth dissolving tablets, capsules, syrup, suspension, and drops. Tablet/Capsule: Do not break, chew or crush the tablet/capsule. Dispersible tablet (DT): DT dissolves quickly and easily in water. Disperse Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT DT in a teaspoonful or a glass of water before administration. Do not take the medicine if the tablet is not dissolved/dispersed entirely in water. Mouth Dissolving (MD)Tablet: Keep Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT MD Tablet in your mouth. It will dissolve in a short period of time (within seconds). Swallow the medicine with saliva. You can drink an adequate amount of water after swallowing the medicine. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the bottle well before measuring the dose. Measure an appropriate dose using the measuring spoon, cup, or dropper.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Cezen 100 MG Tablet DT works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical substance in the body responsible for allergy. Thus, it provides relief from allergic symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antihistamines

Schedule

Schedule H

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