Dorcet
Dorcet Products are primarily used for
Allergic eye disease, Nasal allergy symptoms, Allergic conditions
About Dorcet Products
Uses of Dorcet Products
Cetirizine is used in the treatment of allergic eye disease, nasal allergy symptoms, allergic conditions, sneezing and runny nose due to allergies and allergic skin conditions.
Dorcet Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dorcet are Headache, Constipation, Sleepiness, Fatigue, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth.
How Dorcet Products work
Cetirizine is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Patient Concerns about Dorcet Products
Frequently asked questions about Dorcet Products
Frequently asked questions about Cetirizine
Q. Does Dorcet Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Yes, Dorcet Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Q. Is Dorcet Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?
Dorcet Tablet is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
Q. How long does it take for Dorcet Tablet to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Dorcet Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Q. Can I take Dorcet Tablet and Fexofenadine together?
Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Dorcet Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.
Q. For how long should I continue Dorcet Tablet?
The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Dorcet Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Dorcet Tablet.
Q. Is it safe to take Dorcet Tablet daily for a long time?
Dorcet Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Dorcet Tablet for only as long as you need it.
Q. Does Dorcet Tablet make you tired and drowsy?
Yes, Dorcet Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak.
Q. Is Dorcet Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?
Dorcet Tablet is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
Q. How long does it take for Dorcet Tablet to work?
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Dorcet Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Q. Can I take Dorcet Tablet and Fexofenadine together?
Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Dorcet Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.
Q. For how long should I continue Dorcet Tablet?
The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Dorcet Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Dorcet Tablet.
Q. Is it safe to take Dorcet Tablet daily for a long time?
Dorcet Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Dorcet Tablet for only as long as you need it.