Piriteze Once A Day Allergy Syrup is used to treat the symptoms of hayfever (itchy or watery eyes, sneezing and a runny nose) and other allergies e.g. pet, house dust mite and mould spore allergies. It can also be used to relieve the rashes and itching of hives.
The active ingredient is cetirizine hydrochloride, an antihistamine which can help to relieve the symptoms of some allergies and itchy skin rashes.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects include:
- headache or dizziness
- drowsiness or tiredness
- restlessness
- dry mouth
- sore throat
- abdominal pain, diarrhoea or nausea (feeling sick)
If you experience these or any other side effects while taking this medicine seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Please read the patient information leaflet before using this medicine.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
May cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcohol drink.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby
- if you are taking any prescribed medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription and herbal remedies
Please see
HERE for the Patient Information Leaflet
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