Indications
Cetix® is an antiallergic medication, containing cetirizine dihydrochloride as its active substance. CETIX® is indicated for adults and children over the age of 6, for the relief of nasal and ocular symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, as well as relief of chronic idiopathic urticaria.
Posology/Instructions for Use
Route of administration: oral. Cetix® lozenges can be taken at any time.
- Adults and adolescents over the age of 12: 10 mg, once a day - 1 lozenge.
- Children aged 6 to 12 years: 5 mg, twice a day - half a lozenge, twice a day.
- Patients with moderate to severe kidney disease: the recommended dose is 5 mg once a day.
Contraindications
Do not take this medicine if you have severe kidney disease (severe kidney failure with creatinine clearance below 10ml/min), or if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance or any of the other ingredients, hydroxyzine or piperazine derivatives (active substances closely related to other medicines).
CETIX is an OTC medicine that contains cetirizine, in the form of hydrochloride, as an active substance. CETIX is an antiallergic medication. Indications: For adults and children older than 6 years, it is recommended for the relief of nasal and ocular symptoms of seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis as well as relief of chronic idiopathic urticaria. Contraindications: Do not take this medication if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active substance or any of the other ingredients of the medication, to hydroxyzine or to piperazine derivatives or if you have severe kidney disease (severe kidney failure with creatinine clearance below 10 ml/min). Read the Package Leaflet carefully and consult your doctor or pharmacist, if in doubt or if symptoms persist. (Rev 07-11-2019).