Demast tablet 10mg

About Demast tablet 10mg

Demast Tablet Uses

• Relief from seasonal and year round allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose
• Relief from itchy, watery eyes caused by allergies
• Treatment of hives and itching caused by chronic urticaria

Demast Tablet Benefits

• Once daily dosing for convenient long term allergy control
• Fast acting relief that usually starts working within an hour
• Lower tendency to cause drowsiness compared to older antihistamines

Drug Class

• Second generation antihistamine

What Experts Say

Cetirizine works by blocking histamine at H1 receptors, the chemical the body releases during an allergic reaction. Blocking this receptor reduces sneezing, itching, watery eyes and excess mucus production within a short time of taking the tablet.

Doctors across Pakistan frequently recommend cetirizine because seasonal allergies, dust exposure and year round allergic rhinitis are common complaints across the country. Its once daily dosing and predictable onset of action make it easier for patients to stay consistent with treatment during allergy season.

Because cetirizine crosses into the brain less than older first generation antihistamines, it causes less drowsiness for most people, though some individual sensitivity can still occur. Patients with reduced kidney function may need a lower dose, since the drug is cleared mainly through the kidneys. Older adults may also be more sensitive to its sedating effects.

Demast tablet 10mg formula

• Cetirizine Hydrochloride 10mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Demast tablet 10mg?

• One tablet is usually taken once daily, with or without food
• The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water
• A lower dose may be advised for children, older adults or people with kidney problems
• This tablet should be taken at around the same time each day for best results

Drug Interactions

• CNS Depressants: Combined use with sedatives, sleep aids or alcohol may increase drowsiness
• Theophylline: This combination may slightly reduce the clearance of cetirizine from the body

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Disease: A lower dose is usually advised in patients with reduced kidney function
• Driving and Machinery: Caution is advised until individual response to the tablet is known, since drowsiness can occur in some people
• Pregnancy: This tablet should be used only if the doctor considers it clearly necessary during pregnancy
• Alcohol: Combining this tablet with alcohol may increase drowsiness

Demast Tablet Side Effects

• Drowsiness or tiredness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• The tablets should be stored at room temperature, below 30°C
• The strip should be kept in its original packaging, away from moisture
• The tablets should be kept out of reach of children
• Any expired tablets should be discarded safely