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Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension is given to children to treat a wide range of symptoms caused due to allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold. These symptoms may include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.


Uses of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension in children

Benefits of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension in children

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Cethol

  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Fatigue
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How can I give Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cethol Oral Suspension works

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions, thereby reducing the symptoms.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension to your child in case of severe liver disease.

What if I forget to give Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

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Quick tips

  • Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
  • Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
  • Avoid giving Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
  • Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension. Taking sips of water may help.
  • Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
  • Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Piperazine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

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Allergic skin conditions in leg
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
kindly send the Pictures of affected area.
Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic
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FAQs

Q. My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension?

No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your child’s doctor if your child has trouble sleeping as it could be due to some other underlying condition.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension?

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. How much Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension should I give to my child?

Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.

Q. What if I give too much of Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension by mistake?

Although Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe to use in children yet an excessive amount may cause some serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, irritability, slow breathing, and coma.

Q. How should Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension be stored?

Store Cethol 2.5mg Oral Suspension at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

Q. When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?

Always consult your child’s doctor at every step in case of any confusion. However, immediate assistance may be required if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling, trouble breathing), signs of liver problem (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.

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