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Acet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Acet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Acet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Acet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Acet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Acet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Acet related warnings talks about Acet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Acet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Acet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Acet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Acet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Acet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Acet on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Acet on the Kidneys?
Acet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acet on the Liver?
Side effects of Acet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Acet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Acet for the heart.
Acet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acet habit forming or addictive?
Acet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Acet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Acet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acet
Taking Acet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acet
Taking Acet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Acet works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken during any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Acet to prevent accidents and injuries.
Yes, Acet is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, Acet can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
Absorption of Acet is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use