Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup may be taken with or without food.

- Kidney : UNSAFE

Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, dose adjustments are required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup to your child in case of severe liver disease.

Do not panic. Unless your child?s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup?::: 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.| Can other medicines be given at the same time as Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup?::: Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup. Also, check with your child?s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| How much Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup should I give to my child?::: Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup should be given strictly as prescribed by your child?s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child?s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child?s condition.| What if I give too much of Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup by mistake?::: Although Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup is relatively safe to use in children yet an excessive amount may cause some serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, irritability, slow breathing, and coma.| How should Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup be stored?::: Store Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.| 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.| Does Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup make you tired and drowsy?::: Yes, Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak.| Is Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup a steroid? What is it used for?::: Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.| How long does it take for Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup to work?::: You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.| Can I take Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup and Fexofenadine together?::: Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.| For how long should I continue Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup?::: The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup.| Is it safe to take Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup daily for a long time?::: Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup for only as long as you need it.

Alocet 5mg/5ml Syrup 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.

-Thalidomide (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness. Concurrent use may cause increased sleepiness.

| -Dalteparin (Injection Route): Moderate

Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Cetirizine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.

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