Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup

Give Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup to your child by mouth with or without food in the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, let the child calm down and give the same dose again. However, do not repeat the dose if it is already time for the next dose.

After taking this medicine, your child may experience minor and temporary side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache. These symptoms generally disappear within a few days. But, in case they persist or start bothering your child, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medical regime or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Make sure the doctor knows if your child has or had any heart, liver, or kidney problems or was born prematurely. Any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems should also be well indicated to the doctor to avoid any complications in the treatment. All this information will help your child’s doctor make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment better.

Treatment of Allergic conditions

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Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions, thereby reducing the symptoms.

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.

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 Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup. 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 Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup 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 Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup. Taking sips of water may help.

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.

Q. My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Allercet L 2.5mg 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.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup?

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. How much Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup should I give to my child?

Allercet L 2.5mg 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.

Q. What if I give too much of Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup by mistake?

Although Allercet L 2.5mg 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.

Q. How should Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup be stored?

Store Allercet L 2.5mg 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.

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.

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Constipation

Headache

Sleepiness

Dizziness

Dryness in mouth

Vomiting

Nausea

Kidney:CAUTION

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup is recommended.However, dose adjustments may be required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Allercet L 2.5mg Syrup to your child in case of severe liver disease.

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