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Cetirizine

Uses

Cetirizine is an antiallergic used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as ?sneezing, itching, watery eyes or running nose and skin allergies.

How it works

Cetirizine belongs to the group of medicines called antihistamines. It acts by blocking a natural substance (histamine) that is produced in the body during an allergic reaction

Common side effects

Restlessness, Common: headache, Sore throat, Blurred vision, Hives, Feeling of discomfort, Unable to sleep, Taste disorder, Drowsiness, Eye movement disorder, Stomach upset, Itching, Depression, Tiredness, Movement disorders including muscle spasm, Tics., Loose motions, Painful or involuntary urination, Pain in abdomenrare: aggression, Dizziness, Rash, Uncontrolled shaking, Urge to vomit .uncommon: agitation, Swelling, Dry mouth, Weight gain, Difficult, Weakness

Pseudoephedrine

Uses

Pseudoephedrine is used for the relief of nasal congestion caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It is also used to temporarily relieve sinus congestion and pressure.

How it works

Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of medications called sympathomimetics. It works by causing narrowing of the blood vessels and reduces swelling in the nasal passages thereby making breathing easier.

Common side effects

Restlessness, Nausea, Unable to sleep, Pounding or fluttering sensation in chest; irregular heartbeats that one can feel, Vomiting, Dry mouth, High blood pressure, Anxiety, Uncontrolled shaking, Thumping, Cardiac arrhythmias, Headache and occasionally urinary retention in males and skin rashes., Increased heart rate