Histrine 5 mg
Indication
Indicated for the treatment of:
- Perennial Rhinitis
- Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
- Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Composition
Cetirizine 5 mg
Package
Dosage Forms
Flavour
ATC Classification
Warning
Dosage
2 to 5 Years Old
2.5 – 5 mg daily.
6 to 11 Years Old
5 – 10 mg daily.
12 Years Old and Above
10 mg daily.
Patients with Renal or Hepatic Impairment
12 years and older:
In patients aged ≥12 years and adults with decreased renal function (creatinine clearance 11-31 ml/minute), patients on hemodialysis (creatinine clearance <7 ml/minute) and in patients with impaired hepatic function, the recommended dose is 5 mg once a day.
6–11 years:
In patients 6-11 years of age with impaired renal and hepatic function should also be used at a lower than recommended dose.
6 years and younger:
In the absence of information regarding the pharmacokinetics and safety of using cetirizine HCl in children <6 years with renal or hepatic impairment, the use of cetirizine HCl is not recommended in this patient population.
Other Details
The time of administration may be varied to suit individual patient needs. Usually given as a single daily dose, with or without food.