Ficet 5mg Tablet
Rs.27.10for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Ficet Tablet
alcohol interaction for Ficet Tablet
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alcohol
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Ficet 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Ficet 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Ficet 5mg Tablet 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ficet 5mg Tablet 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 prolonged use of Ficet 5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Larger doses or prolonged use of Ficet 5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Ficet 5mg Tablet
Cetirizine(5mg)
Ficet tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.
How ficet tablet works
Ficet 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions. As a result, the symptoms are relieved, and eventually, the condition is cured.
Common side effects of ficet tablet
Nausea, Headache, Muscle pain, Edema (swelling), Constipation, Sleepiness, Fatigue, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Diarrhea, Agitation, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Itching, Rash, Weakness, General discomfort, Hypersensitivity, Increased appetite, Vertigo, Convulsion, Tachycardia
SUBSTITUTES FOR Ficet Tablet
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Expert advice FOR Ficet Tablet
- Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
- Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Cetirizine. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
- Avoid giving Cetirizine with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
- Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Cetirizine. Taking sips of water may help.
- Cetirizine can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
- Cetirizine should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
- Your doctor has prescribed Cetirizine to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- It is okay to take Cetirizine with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
- Compared to other similar medications, Cetirizine is less likely to cause sleepiness.
- Stop taking Cetirizine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Frequently asked questions FOR Ficet 5mg Tablet
Cetirizine
Q. When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Always consult your child’s doctor at every step in case of any confusion. However, immediate assistance may be required if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling, trouble breathing), signs of liver problem (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.
Q. My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Ficet 5mg Tablet?
No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your child’s doctor if your child has trouble sleeping as it could be due to some other underlying condition.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ficet 5mg Tablet?
Ficet 5mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ficet 5mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.