Formulation
| Each mL syrup (oral drops) contains: | |
|---|---|
| Cetirizine dihydrochloride | 2.5 mg |
| Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) syrup contains: | |
| Cetirizine dihydrochloride | 5 mg |
Cetirizine Dihydrochloride
Alnix® Syrup
For the immediate relief from allergic rhinitis
What is the medicine used for?
This medicine contains cetirizine, an anti-allergy. Cetirizine blocks the action of histamine, a substance that causes allergic symptoms. Cetirizine is less likely to cause drowsiness and dizziness than the older class of anti-allergy medicines.
These medicines are used for the relief of symptoms associated with:
- allergic rhinitis such as sneezing; runny, itchy nose; and itchy, watery eyes
- allergic conjunctivitis
- skin symptoms of allergy such as itch and rash
How much and how often should you use this product?
This medicine should be taken orally (by mouth). Or, as recommended by a doctor
| AGE GROUP | Cetirizine (Alnix® Syrup) Dose | ||
| 2.5 mg per mL Syrup (Oral Drops) | 5 mg per 5 mL Syrup | ||
| Infants 6 months - less than 12 months | 2.5 mg (1 mL) once a day | - | |
| 12 months - less than 2 years | 2.5 mg (1 mL) once or twice a day (every 12 hours) | - | |
| 2 - 5 years | 5 mg (2 mL) once a day or 2.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day (every 12 hours) | 5 mL (1 teaspoonful once a day or 2.5 mL (1/2 teaspoonful) twice a day (every 12 hours) | |
| 6 - 12 years | - | 10 mL (2 teaspoonsful) once a day or 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) twice a day (every 12 hours) | |
For more information on safety, precaution and other information about this product, please see the Patient Information Leaflet.
