Cetgel Capsule

Cetgel Capsule is an oral allergy medicine containing cetirizine, an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of seasonal and year-round allergies. Each Cetgel Capsule contains cetirizine as labelled on the pack, and it is used to help ease sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, and itching from hives. Cetirizine belongs to the second-generation antihistamine class, which is designed to block histamine and reduce allergy symptoms with less sedation than older antihistamines for many people. This Cetgel Capsule pack from Universal NutriScience contains 10 capsules.

How it works: Cetirizine works by blocking histamine, a natural chemical your body releases during an allergic reaction. In capsule form, Cetgel Capsule delivers the medicine by mouth so it can start relieving allergy symptoms after it is absorbed into the bloodstream.

This Cetgel Capsule is the capsule strength as labelled, so it is meant for people whose doctor or pharmacist has decided that a capsule form is appropriate for their age and symptom pattern. Compared with lower-dose options in the cetirizine family, a capsule may be preferred when a standard adult oral dose is needed and swallowing capsules is easy.

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis
• Year-round allergic rhinitis
• Itchy, watery eyes from allergies
• Sneezing and runny nose
• Hives and itching
• Allergy-related itching

• Swallow the Cetgel Capsule whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day if your doctor tells you to use it regularly.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Do not open, crush, or chew the capsule unless a clinician specifically tells you to.
• If it makes you sleepy, taking it in the evening may be better for you.
• Follow the exact directions on your prescription label or package insert for this capsule strength.

Each Cetgel Capsule provides the cetirizine dose stated on the label, and this is the amount delivered in one capsule. Depending on your symptoms and your doctor’s instructions, it may be taken once daily; do not take more than the maximum daily dose on the label or prescribed by your clinician.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cetirizine may include:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness, which may be more noticeable in some people
• Dry mouth
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Sore throat
• Mild stomach upset

• Cetgel Capsule may cause drowsiness, so use caution when driving or operating machinery.
• Avoid or limit alcohol, which can increase sleepiness and impair alertness.
• Tell your clinician if you have kidney disease, since cetirizine may need extra caution in people with reduced kidney function.
• Use care if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor should decide whether this capsule is appropriate.
• Do not combine Cetgel Capsule with other antihistamines unless a clinician tells you to.
• If you have trouble swallowing capsules, ask a pharmacist or doctor about a suitable form before taking this product.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to sleepiness, dizziness, and dry mouth.

• Alcohol
• Opioid pain medicines
• Sleep medicines and tranquilizers
• Other antihistamines or cold/allergy products containing antihistamines
• Sedating medicines such as benzodiazepines or some muscle relaxants

Store Cetgel Capsule at room temperature in the original strip or box, away from moisture and excessive heat.