Active Ingredient (in each chewable tablet)
Cetirizine Hydrochloride 5 mg
Cetirizine Hydrochloride 10 mg
Uses:
relieves itching due to hives (urticaria).
This product will not prevent hives or an allergic skin reaction from occurring.
Warnings:
Severe Allergy Warning: Get emergency help immediately if you have hives along with any of the following symptoms:
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trouble swallowing
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swelling of tongue
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trouble speaking
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wheezing or problems breathing
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dizziness or loss of conciousness
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swelling in or around mouth
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drooling
These symptoms may be signs of anaphylactic shock. This condition can be life threatening if not treated by health professional immediately. Symptoms of anaphylactic shock may occur when hives first appear or up to a few hours later.
Not a Substitute for Epinephrine. If your doctor has prescribed an epinephrine injector for "anaphylaxis" or severe allergy symptoms that could occur with your hives, never use this product as a substitute for the epinephrine injector. If you have been prescribed an epinephrine injector, you should carry it with you at all times.
Do not use
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to prevent hives from any known cause such as:
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foods
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insect stings
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medicines
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latex or rubber gloves
because this product will not stop hives from occuring. Avoiding the cause of your hives is the only way to prevent them. Hives can sometimes be serious.
If you do not know the cause of your hives, see your doctor for a medical exam.
Your doctor may be able to help you find a cause.
● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
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hives that are an unusual color, look bruised or blistered.
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hives that do not itch.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking transquillizers or sedatives
When using this product
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drowsiness may occur
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avoid alcoholic drinks
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alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
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be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask doctor if
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an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away
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symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment
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the hives have lasted more than 6 weeks
If pregnant or breast-feeding:
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if breast-feeding: not recommended
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if pregnant: ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at (1-800-222-1222).
Directions:
● may be taken with and without water
For Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 5 mg
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adults and children 6 years and over |
1 to 2 tablets once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours |
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adults 65 years and over |
1 tablet once a day; do not take more than 1 tablet in 24 hours |
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children under 6 years of age |
ask a doctor |
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consumers with liver or kidney disease |
ask a doctor |
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 10 mg
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adults and children 6 years and over |
one 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms. |
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adults 65 years and over |
ask a doctor |
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children under 6 years of age |
ask a doctor |
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consumers with liver or kidney disease |
ask a doctor |
Other information:
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store between 20º to 25º C (68º to 77º F).
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Phenylketonurics: Contains 1.68 mg Phenylalanine (a component of Aspartame) per 5 mg
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Phenylketonurics: Contains 3.36 mg Phenylalanine (a component of Aspartame) per 10 mg
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do not use if carton is opened or if blister unit is broken.
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see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date.
Inactive ingredients:
acesulfame potassium, artificial & natural flavors,aspartame, betadex, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, dl-alpha-tocopherol, ethyl cellulose, FD&C yellow # 6 aluminum lake, fumaric acid, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose and talc.
Questions? call 1-800-313-4623
Manufactured by:
Jubilant Generics Ltd.
Roorkee-247661, India
Marketed by:
Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Salisbury, MD 21801, USA
Revised : November / 2014
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
CADISTA NDC 59746-285-33
Children's
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 5 mg
Antihistamine
Phenylketonurics: contains 1.68 mg Phenyalanine (a component of Aspartame ) per 5 mg tablets.
HIVES Relief
24 hour Relief of Itching due to hives
6 yrs. & older 5 mg each
TAMPER EVIDENT : Do not use if blister unit is broken or torn.
30 Chewable Tablets Orange Chewables
5 mg each
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 5 mg Hives Relief
CADISTA NDC 59746-286-33
Children's
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 10 mg
Antihistamine
Phenylketonurics: contains 3.36 mg phenyalanine (a component of Aspartame) per 10 mg tablets.
HIVES Relief
24 hour Relief of Itching due to hives
6 yrs. & older 10 mg each
TAMPER EVIDENT : Do not use if blister unit is broken or torn.
30 Chewable Tablets Orange Chewables
10 mg each
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets 10 mg Hives Relief