Hicet-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. 

Hicet-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, Hicet-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 Hicet-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 Hicet-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.

Hicet-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. Hicet-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, Hicet-DC Tablet provides relief from allergy symptoms.

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

Do not take Hicet-DC Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Hicet-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: Inform the doctor if you are taking blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), anti-depressants (alprazolam, amitriptyline, amoxapine, clomipramine, doxepin), anticonvulsants (fosphenytoin, levetiracetam, phenytoin, valproic acid), HIV medications (lopinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir), antipsychotics (chlorpromazine, clozapine), diabetes medications (metformin, glimepiride, glipizide), and heart medications (digoxin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Hicet-DC Tablet may interact with alcohol, tobacco, grapefruit, and St. John's wort (a plant used to treat depression).

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have sinus (nasal congestion), diabetes, enlarged prostate, kidney or liver disease, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure (hypertension), or glaucoma (increased eye pressure).

• WARFARIN
• ASPIRIN
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• AMOXAPINE
• CLOMIPRAMINE
• DOXEPIN
• LEVETIRACETAM
• PHENYTOIN
• VALPROIC ACID
• LOPINAVIR
• RITONAVIR
• SAQUINAVIR
• CHLORPROMAZINE
• CLOZAPINE
• METFORMIN
• GLIMEPIRIDE
• GLIPIZIDE
• DIGOXIN

• 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. 

If undergoing any skin test, please inform your doctor or the concerned person doing the test that you are takingHicet-DC Tablet as test results may vary.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by rhinovirus affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Symptoms of a common cold might include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise). In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of a bacterial infection. If you observe these symptoms, immediately contact your doctor.

Allergy: It 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.