✅ Product Benefits

• Effective non‑sedating antihistamine: Alat selectively blocks peripheral H₁ receptors to relieve sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, urticaria, and allergic conjunctivitis without central sedative effects. ([turn0search2]turn0search5]turn0search6])

• Rapid onset & long duration: Typically starts working within 30–60 minutes, reaches peak effect in about 1 hour, and provides symptom relief for up to 24 hours. ([turn0search5]turn0search2])

• Flexible dosing: Adults and children aged 6+ take 10 mg once daily. Alternatives include 5 mg twice daily for those needing lower single doses. Pediatric syrup and drop formulations suit younger children based on weight/age. ([turn0search2]turn0search6])

• Well tolerated and accessible: Side effects are generally mild—somnolence, headache, dry mouth. It’s widely available across pharmacies in Bangladesh at around ৳ 2–2.50 per tablet. ([turn0search2]turn0search1]turn0search6])

ℹ️ Precautions & Safety Notes

• Contraindications: Not for use in individuals allergic to cetirizine or hydroxyzine. ([turn0search2]turn0search6])

• Common side effects: May include somnolence (~2–14%), headache (11–14%), fatigue, dizziness, dry mouth, and occasionally diarrhea or malaise. Rarely bronchospasm or allergic reactions. ([turn0search5]turn0search8])

• Drug interactions: Minimal known interactions. Does not significantly interact with theophylline, ketoconazole, azithromycin, pseudoephedrine, or erythromycin. Alcohol and CNS depressants may enhance sedation. ([turn0search6]turn0search5])

• Special populations:

  • Elderly or renal/hepatic impairment: Recommended starting dose is 5 mg once daily due to slowed clearance. ([turn0search3]turn0search6])

  • Pregnancy & lactation: FDA Category B. Use only if clearly needed; cetirizine is excreted in breastmilk—caution advised. ([turn0search2]turn0search6])

• Usage warnings: May cause mild drowsiness—avoid driving or operating machinery until individual tolerance is known. ([turn0search2]turn0search4])

• Overdose management: Symptoms may include drowsiness, sedation, dizziness, confusion, tremor, urinary retention. Eventual management includes symptomatic and supportive treatments; gastric lavage can be considered. ([turn0search5]turn0search3])

📝 Dosing Summary

⚡ Quick Product Snapshot

• Active ingredient: Cetirizine Hydrochloride 10 mg (H₁ antihistamine)

• Key indications: Allergic rhinitis, urticaria, allergen‑induced asthma

• Onset/Duration: Begins within ~30–60 min; ~24 h effect

• Side effects: Mild sedation, headache, dry mouth, fatigue

• Typical cost in Bangladesh: ~৳ 2–2.50 per tablet (strip ~৳ 20–30)

• Availability: OTC in pharmacies nationwide