One of the most effective and safe antiallergic drugs is Zirtek, drops or tablets. The drug is dispensed without a doctor’s prescription. The tool is needed in a home medical kit. If urticaria or allergic dermatitis occurs, Zyrtec Drops will come to the rescue. If more serious diseases have arisen, it is necessary to consult a specialist on the amount of drug administration.
Acceptance of funds in case of allergic reactions
Many substances cause allergic reactions in the body. The process begins very quickly and requires medical intervention. Allergy is dangerous to humans, so it must be stopped at the very beginning of occurrence. “Zirtek” - drops or tablets will help with hives, Quincke's edema, allergic dermatitis of contact origin, food and light allergies. At the first signs of an illness, you must immediately take the drug. It will block the action of histamine. The effectiveness of Zirtek is manifested in the first phase of the disease.
Dosage and administration of the drug "Zirtek"
Drops and tablets of the drug contain the active ingredient - cetirizine. The substance stops the reaction. Adults and children are shown one tablet or twenty drops at the first manifestations of allergic conditions. You should be aware that Zirtek can be given to children in a standard dosage only after reaching 12 years of age. Babies from six months to two years are allowed to give five drops of the drug. From two to six years, ten drops.
Overdose
Usually, an overdose does not produce negative effects. In rare cases, a feeling of drowsiness, increased excitement, irritability may occur. In addition, palpitations, trembling of the body, and dilated pupils are sometimes noted. In case of manifestation of negative symptoms should stop taking the drug and call an ambulance. Before the arrival of the paramedic, it is recommended to rinse the stomach and take activated charcoal.
Zirtek (drops and tablets) in case of impaired renal function
If the patient suffers from a decrease in the efficiency of the kidneys, then the excretion of the drug from the body is impaired. In this case, an overdose of the drug is dangerous. Minor organ dysfunction copes with a standard dose. The amount of funds should be reviewed if the patient has impaired functioning of the kidneys of moderate and high severity. Such deviations inhibit the elimination of toxins from the body, and this is detrimental to health.
In any case, you must consult your doctor before using the medicine. In rare, urgent situations, it is recommended to take one second of a standard dose of the drug.
Allergy medication
Treatment of allergic manifestations is prescribed by a doctor. In this case, complex therapy is carried out. The general recommendations for taking Zirtek are as follows: the regularity of the use of the medicine (once or twice a day) at the same time. The hours of admission are determined by the patient himself, depending on the characteristics of the daily regimen.
We must not forget that the dosage of the drug and the duration of the course of treatment therapy are determined by the doctor. The appointment depends on the severity of the manifestation of the disease, from concomitant ailments, the patient's age. For older people, the dose is reduced.
Contraindications
Zirtek is contraindicated during pregnancy. In addition, it is forbidden to take the drug during the period of breastfeeding, as well as babies up to six months of age. Sometimes there is personal intolerance to the medicine.
In small quantities, the drug is allowed to be taken on its own. Long-term use requires the consultation of a qualified specialist.