Citragic Tablet 10mg

About Citragic Tablet 10mg

Citragic Tablet 10mg Uses

• Seasonal and year round allergic rhinitis
• Hives (urticaria) and skin itching
• Dust and pollen allergy symptoms
• Allergic conjunctivitis with itchy, watery eyes

Citragic Tablet 10mg Benefits

• Fast relief from sneezing and a runny nose within an hour
• Once daily dosing makes it easy to fit into a daily routine
• Less drowsiness compared to older first generation antihistamines
• Useful for controlling chronic hives that flare up with Karachi and Lahore's dusty weather

What Experts Say

Cetirizine works by blocking histamine at H1 receptors throughout the body, which is the chemical responsible for sneezing, itching, and a runny nose during an allergic reaction. Because it targets histamine specifically, it controls allergy symptoms without the heavy sedation older antihistamines used to cause.

Family physicians in Pakistan commonly recommend Cetirizine for seasonal allergies, dust related sneezing, and chronic hives that flare up with the region's dusty air and pollen seasons. A once daily dose is usually enough to control symptoms through the day, which makes it a practical choice for patients with busy routines.

Mild drowsiness affects some people even with this newer generation antihistamine, so a first dose is best tried on a day without driving or important tasks. Children, elderly patients, and anyone with kidney disease usually need a lower dose, and it is worth checking with a doctor before combining it with other cold or allergy medicines.

Drug Class

• Second generation antihistamine
• H1 receptor antagonist
• Piperazine derivative

Citragic Tablet 10mg formula

• Cetirizine Hydrochloride 10mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Citragic Tablet 10mg?

• Take one Citragic Tablet 10mg once daily, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take it in the evening if it makes you feel drowsy during the day
• Do not take more than one tablet in 24 hours unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Reduce the dose if you have kidney problems, only under medical advice

Drug Interactions

• Alcohol: Combining Citragic with alcohol can increase drowsiness.
• Sedatives Or Sleep Aids: Taking these together can add to central nervous system depression.
• Theophylline: High doses can slightly reduce cetirizine clearance from the body.

Risks and warnings

• Drowsiness: Some people feel mild sleepiness, so avoid driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
• Kidney Impairment: People with reduced kidney function need a lower dose.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if your doctor considers it necessary.
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol since it can add to the drowsy effect.

Citragic Tablet 10mg Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Sore throat
• Dizziness
• Nausea

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature below 30°C
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the blister pack sealed until use
• Keep out of reach of children