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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Allercet DC Tablet is used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergy, such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. It contains Cetirizine and Phenylephrine, which works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Also, it helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Thus, it provides relief from allergy symptoms. Some people may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, tiredness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Jan-27

About Allercet DC Tablet

Allercet DC Tablet is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergy, such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. 

Allercet DC Tablet contains Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Cetirizine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and reduces stuffy noses. Together, Allercet DC Tablet provides relief from allergy symptoms.

Some people may experience side effects like nausea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, and tiredness. Most of these side effects of Allercet DC Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Allercet DC Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Allercet DC Tablet

Treatment of common cold and allergy symptoms

Directions for Use

Swallow Allercet DC Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Allercet DC Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergy, such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Allercet DC Tablet contains Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Cetirizine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and reduces stuffy noses. Together, Allercet DC Tablet provides relief from allergy symptoms.

How Allercet DC Tablet Works

Allercet DC Tablet contains Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Cetirizine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and reduces stuffy noses. Together, Allercet DC Tablet provides relief from allergy symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Allercet DC Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in the mouth
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Tiredness

What if I have taken an overdose of Allercet DC Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Allercet DC Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Allercet DC Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Allercet DC Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so please do not drive a car or operate any machinery that requires concentration unless you are alert. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform the doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, sinus (nasal congestion), diabetes, enlarged prostate, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure (hypertension), or glaucoma (increased eye pressure).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical

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PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Allercet DC Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Allercet DC Tablet 10's is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Taking Furazolidone with Allercet DC Tablet 10's can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Allercet DC Tablet 10's is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Allercet DC Tablet 10's only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Taking Allercet DC Tablet 10's with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Allercet DC Tablet 10's leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet DC Tablet 10's with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Allercet DC Tablet 10's together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Allercet DC Tablet 10's is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Allercet DC Tablet 10's with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Allercet DC Tablet 10's and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet DC Tablet 10's with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
CetirizineEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Allercet DC Tablet 10's with esketamine may increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Allercet DC Tablet 10's can be taken with esketamine if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineAmitriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Amitriptyline with Allercet DC Tablet 10's together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Allercet DC Tablet 10's and amitriptyline could interact, but they can still be taken if they are prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to monitor blood pressure regularly. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
PhenylephrineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Allercet DC Tablet 10's with Isocarboxazid can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isocarboxazid and Allercet DC Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction. However, if you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineClomipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Clomipramine and Allercet DC Tablet 10's together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clomipramine and Allercet DC Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet DC Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Ergotamine and Allercet DC Tablet 10's, can raise the risk of side effects including high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Allercet DC Tablet 10's and Ergotamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of your fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, tightness in your chest, a severe headache, breathing difficulty, irregular heartbeat, vision disturbances, confusion, unclear speech, you should consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.
  • To stay fit and safe, try to sleep 7-9 hours each night.
  • 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

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS

Allercet DC Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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    7.16per tablet
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Allercet DC Tablet to avoid excessive drowsiness and sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Allercet DC Tablet is known to pass through milk in small amounts. Use in breastfeeding women is not recommended as it may cause unpleasant side effects to the baby like unusual irritability, excitement.

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Driving

Unsafe

Allercet DC Tablet is known to cause drowsiness, so please do not drive or operate any machinery which requires concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Allercet DC Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Allercet DC Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Allercet DC Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 12.

FAQs

Allercet DC Tablet is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergy, such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.
Allercet DC Tablet works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions and shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils.
Allercet DC Tablet may cause dry mouth. Increase the intake of fluids to avoid excessive dry mouth, as continued dryness can lead to dental disease (gum disease, fungal infection, tooth decay).
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Allercet DC Tablet and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Allercet DC Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Allercet DC Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Allercet DC Tablet , please consult your doctor.
Allercet DC Tablet contains cetirizine, which can cause sleepiness as a side effect. This is because it blocks the action of histamine (a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in wakefulness) by inhibiting its receptors in the brain. Therefore, it is better to take Allercet DC Tablet in the evening rather than in the morning, as this may help you sleep better. Also, avoid driving or operating machinery after taking Allercet DC Tablet .
No, Allercet DC Tablet does not help in relieving cough, as it is not specifically a cough suppressant. It is a combination of antihistamine and decongestant medicine, often used to get relief from runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion. If your cough persists, please consult your doctor for appropriate treatment options.
Allercet DC Tablet may cause sleepiness; therefore, you should avoid taking this medication if you are involved in driving or operating machinery that requires alertness and higher concentration.
No, Allercet DC Tablet should not be taken for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms are not relieved after using Allercet DC Tablet continuously for 7 days.
No, Allercet DC Tablet and cetirizine are not the same. Allercet DC Tablet is a combination medication that contains cetirizine as one of its ingredients. Cetirizine is used alone for allergy relief, while Allercet DC Tablet is intended for symptoms that include nasal congestion as well. If you are considering using either medication, please consult your doctor before taking them.
Yes, Allercet DC Tablet is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, nasal congestion, diabetes, an enlarged prostate, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure (hypertension), or glaucoma (increased eye pressure) before starting Allercet DC Tablet .
While taking Allercet DC Tablet , you should avoid consuming alcohol, as it can increase drowsiness. Also, avoid consuming tobacco, grapefruit, and St. John's wort (an herbal plant used to treat depression) while using Allercet DC Tablet . You should avoid engaging in activities that require complete mental alertness, such as operating heavy machinery or driving while taking Allercet DC Tablet .
Allercet DC Tablet should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Make sure to keep the medicine out of reach of children.
Yes, you can take Allercet DC Tablet with food. Always follow the instructions provided by your doctor before taking Allercet DC Tablet .
The common side effects of Allercet DC Tablet include nausea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, and tiredness. Most of these side effects usually resolve over time; however, if they persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, you should not consume alcohol while taking Allercet DC Tablet , as it can increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.
Please consult your doctor before taking Allercet DC Tablet if you are pregnant. Allercet DC Tablet contains cetirizine and phenylephrine. During breastfeeding, cetirizine is generally considered safer, but phenylephrine can transfer into breast milk in small amounts, which may cause potential harm to the baby. Therefore, always consult your doctor before using Allercet DC Tablet while breastfeeding.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
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