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Sizon 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Other than this, Sizon 5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Sizon 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sizon 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sizon 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Sizon 5 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sizon 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Sizon 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Sizon 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Sizon 5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Sizon 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sizon 5 Tablet 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 Sizon 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Sizon without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Sizon 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Sizon has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sizon 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Sizon rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sizon 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Sizon is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sizon 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Sizon does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sizon 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sizon 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Sizon 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sizon 5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Sizon 5 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sizon 5 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sizon 5 Tablet
Taking Sizon 5 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sizon 5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sizon 5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Sizon is a brand name of Cetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
No, Sizon is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Sizon is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Discontinuation of Sizon on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Sizon 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.
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