The drug "Zodak" - instruction for the use of accessible language
Zodak is a popular antihistamine,prescribe which even infants. The drug "Zodak" has its own pharmacological name. It sounds like cetirizine dihydrochloride, or cetirizine. An experienced chemist from the title will understand that the substance belongs to the category of dihydrated salts, namely hydrochloric acid derivatives. However, the chemical name of the drug does not say anything to the average person, therefore the "Zodak" annotation usually includes only a superficial mention of the specific composition of the active substance.
Properties of the preparation and its types
The medical preparation "Zodak" is sold in drops,tablets, as well as syrup. Syrup and drops are most often prescribed to children with severe allergic reactions, and as a prophylactic in the post-vaccination period. To the preparation "Zodak" instruction for use is attached as a detailed and detailed description. In it, as a rule, there is information about the appearance of the medicine. The tablets are covered with a protective shell containing glucose. The syrup has a pleasant smell. The producer colors the syrup in a light yellow hue, and also adds a banana flavor.
The main pharmacological property of cetirizineis the blocking of histamine receptors. The drug is classified as mild, so they assign it to babies. Nevertheless, it is better not to give a child for a year before the year.
Indications for the use of the drug
Like any medicine, zodak, instruction onthe application to which contains numerous items, has a narrow range of uses. It is prescribed for patients suffering from allergic reactions in the form of:
- edema of Quincke;
- conjunctivitis;
- coryza;
- itching and urticaria;
- hay fever.
Pediatricians can also prescribe it as a concomitant in the treatment of other medications. As the abstract says, the zodak only removes symptoms, but does not eliminate the causes of allergies themselves.
Dosage and route of administration
Thoracic babies who have not reached the age of two years,the drug is prescribed in drops or in syrup. Breast pills are prescribed 5 drops or 2.5 ml of syrup twice a day. Children from two years old, but under the age of 6, are prescribed a different dosage of Zodak. The instructions for use contain information that it is permissible to take up to 10 drops or up to 5 ml of syrup per day in this category of patients.
At the age of 6 to 12 years should be taken1 tablet (10 mg) of the drug per day (or up to 20 drops or 10 ml of syrup). Patients after 12 years are usually prescribed pills. Take them one at a time. However, the final dosage is always determined by the doctor.
Contraindications to the use of the drug "Zodak"
Instruction for use warns thatthis drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. In addition, it is not prescribed to lactating women, as well as individuals whose body is sensitive to any of the elements of the drug. Particular caution is required when prescribing the drug to elderly patients or those suffering from kidney failure.
Like most medicines, an animal cancause side effects. This is an allergic reaction in the form of rash, itching, hives and angioedema. There may be dizziness, drowsiness and migraines, a feeling of fatigue, as well as excitability. However, all these reactions are extremely rare, which makes the drug relatively safe.
An overdose of the drug is possible, its manifestationstreat maintenance and symptomatic therapy. The possibility of the occurrence of negative reactions should be remembered especially for the parents of small children, since the drug is released to any of the pharmacies without presenting a prescription. The appointment and application of the zodiac must be agreed with the doctor.
