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About Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat various kinds of allergies. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup contains cetirizine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. Additionally, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup also treats hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin). In short, it helps to relieve the discomfort and unpleasant symptoms that occur due to allergic conditions, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rashes.

Always take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup exactly as your doctor has prescribed you. Like all medicines, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup can cause some side effects; however, not everybody gets them. If you observe tiredness symptoms, feeling sleepy, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, sore throat, nausea, cold-like nose symptoms (in children), or diarrhoea (in children). In very rare cases, people might have thought about committing suicide. If you feel like this, stop the medicine and immediately contact your doctor.

You should not take the Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup if you are allergic to cetirizine or have severe kidney failure (creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min), urinary retention problem, and fructose intolerance. Do not give this medicine to children younger than six years of age. Check with your doctor if you are taking midodrine to treat low blood pressure and ritonavir for HIV infection. Let your doctor know if you are a pregnant woman or a nursing mother before taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup or not.

Uses of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup

Treatment of Common allergies, Hay fever, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Reactions to insect bites and stings, and skin rashes.

Medicinal Benefits

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.  Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat adults and children (aged two years and above) who have hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin). In short, it helps to relieve the discomfort and unpleasant symptoms that occur due to allergic conditions, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rashes.

Side Effects of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup

  • Headaches
  • Dry mouth
  • Feeling sick
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew the tablet.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup, consult your doctor. If you have kidney problems, dose adjustment might be required; the doctor will do it depending on your disease's condition. Please inform your doctor if you have a problem passing urine and have epilepsy (fits) before starting Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup. If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup 72 hours before the test as it decreases response to skin prick test. Patients should be cautioned against getting engaged in work which requires too much mental alertness, like operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle after intake of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup. Concurrent use of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as it can reduce your mental alertness. Patients should avoid taking over dosage of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup because of the increased risk of sleepiness and drowsiness at higher doses.

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup have interactions with a pain killer (antipyrine), antibiotics (azithromycin, erythromycin), antacid (cimetidine), anti-fungal (ketoconazole), respiratory disease medicine (theophylline), and decongestant (pseudoephedrine), anti-viral or anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol and St John's wort plant (a plant used as an anti-depressant) should not be used along with Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is contraindicated in kidney disease, epilepsy (fits), urinary bladder problems and alcoholism.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • RITONAVIR

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Try to sleep 7-9 hours each night to stay fit and safe.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nervousness or restlessness and then drowsiness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is a non-drowsy antihistamine that makes it less likely to make you sleepy than other antihistamines or antiallergics.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is generally safe to take in pregnancy. If you have concerns, discuss them with the doctor before taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Please drive with caution; Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup usually does not cause blurry vision, but it may affect driving ability in some.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information was available for the use of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) with less than 10 mL/min creatinine clearance or patients undergoing hemodialysis should not take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup.

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Children

Caution

Generally, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended for children below six years. The dose must be adjusted and guided by a child specialist in children above six years.

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India
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FAQs

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is used in the treatment of common allergies, hay fever, conjunctivitis, eczema, reactions to insect bites and stings, and skin rashes.
Hay fever is an allergy caused due to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (running nose, watery eyes).
Depending upon the severity of allergic conditions due to allergens, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup can be safely taken daily until you get complete relief as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is an antihistamine providing instant relief from allergic conditions; however, in some people it may cause sleepiness and induce some drowsiness during the day. Hence, you are recommended to take it in the nighttime in case you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
You should not take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup if you have had an allergic reaction to Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup, food additives containing E218 or E216, are intolerant to lactose or sorbitol, have liver or kidney failure, epilepsy (fits), or difficulty in peeing. Tell your doctor that you are taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup and have booked an allergy test, as it might affect the diagnostic result.
No, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup should not be taken if you are intolerant to sugar; please get in touch with your doctor before taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup to avoid any unpleasant side effects.
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup contains cetirizine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup will start to work within one hour after you take it. It provides allergy relief for 24-hours.
The most common side effect of cetirizine is feeling sleepy and tired.
It's best to take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup only for as long as necessary, depending on the medical condition being treated. Follow dosage guidelines as directed by the physician.
Yes, Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup can be taken with paracetamol if necessary. No interactions were found between cetirizine and Paracetamol.
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup contains Cetirizine as an active ingredient.
Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication.
Both Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup and Fexofenadine are antihistamine class of drugs. Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup should never be taken together with Fexofenadine or with any other antihistamine medications. Antihistamine overdose may occur if multiple types of antihistamines are taken at the same time.
It will help if you don't spend too much time outside while the pollen count is high.
If you use Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup for an extended period of time, you are unlikely to have any negative consequences. However, it is advisable to take cetirizine for as long as necessary. If you take it on a regular basis for an extended period of time, there is a very minor probability of severe itching if you abruptly discontinue therapy.
No, do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. Swallow the medicine whole with water.
There is no evidence that consuming Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup reduces fertility in men or women. However, if you are trying to conceive, see a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.
It's advisable to avoid alcohol when taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup because it can make you sleepy.
Yes, you can take Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup together with paracetamol or ibuprofen. However, it should be taken only as recommended by the doctor.
Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup may include severe drowsiness. In children, mental/mood changes (such as restlessness and irritability) may occur before drowsiness. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
Contraception is unaffected by Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup. However, if Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup causes you to vomit or have severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, your contraceptive tablets may not prevent pregnancy.

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