Hizet Syrup

As an antihistamine, Hizet Syrup is a sedative that lowers the activity of the nervous system. It acts as an antidepressant and provides relief in cases of anxiety or tension. Hizet Syrup is also used to cure certain skin allergies. It can also be used in combination with other medications for the purpose of anesthesia.

Using Hizet Syrup may give rise to certain minor or severe reactions. The minor reactions are shakiness, tremors, drying of the mouth, headache or migraine, hallucinations. Serious side effects include chest pain, cough, dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, skin rashes, difficulty breathing, and fatigue, swelling of the face, eyes, lips or mouth. In case of the latter category of side effects seek medical aid immediately.

Certain preventive measures that you should ensure by consulting your doctor are:

• If you are allergic to Hizet Syrup or any other medicine, or foods or substances.
• If you have a history of long QT syndrome (LQTS).
• If you suffer from glaucoma.
• If you suffered heart diseases.
• If you have problems related to urinating.
• If you have recently had a heart attack.
• If you have high or low levels of potassium.

Avoid alcohol while taking Hizet Syrup. In case of drug overdose contact your health care provider right away.

• Anxiety

• Pruritus

• Preoperative Sedation

• Allergy

  Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Hizet Syrup or to cetirizine.

• Prolong Qt Interval

  Not recommended in patients with the history of QT interval prolongation and with any heart diseases.

• Dizziness

• Chest Discomfort

• Fast Heartbeat

• Constipation

• Headache

• Shaking Of Hands Or Feet

• Cough

• Dry Mouth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The sedation effect of this syrup lasts for an average duration of 4 of 6 hours and 1 to 12 hours for antipruritic effect.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this syrup can be observed in 15 to 30 minutes after an oral dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using Hizet Syrup.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women are advised to consult doctor before using Hizet Syrup.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Hizet Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Atazis Syrup

  Leeford Healthcare Ltd

• Vistarax Syrup

  Prism Life Sciences Ltd

• Atarax 10Mg Syrup

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Arotex 10Mg Drop

  Organic Laboratories

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Hizet Syrup belongs to the first generation antihistamine. It inhibits the H1 receptor-mediated reactions like vasodilation and itchy reactions. It also acts on certain key regions of the subcortical area of the central nervous system and induces sedation and anticholinergic action.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Clozapine

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Ketoconazole

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Antihypertensives

  These medications should be used with caution as it may lower the blood pressure. Symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness should be reported to the doctor. The dose of any of these medicines should be adjusted based on the clinical condition.

  Fluoroquinolone antibiotics

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any quinolone antibiotics. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Qt Prolongation

  This syrup is not recommended in patients with the history of QT prolongation with existing heart disease. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.