Bocet-BD

Diethylcarbamazine + Cetirizine is a combination of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine + Cetirizine1 and Diethylcarbamazine + Cetirizine2 which treat filariasis. Diethylcarbamazine + Cetirizine1 works by decreasing the muscular activity and causing paralysis of these worms while Diethylcarbamazine + Cetirizine2 decreases the raised eosinophil count (white blood cells) and controls allergic symptoms like cough and breathlessness.

In Depth Information for Bocet-BD Products

Bocet-BD should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Bocet-BD.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 7th Apr 2021.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.