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Generic Name or FormulaGixer 60ml syrup contains the active ingredient €œcetirizine HCL (hydrochloride)€ that is used to treat a broad range of allergic conditions.
Cetrizine is an anti-histamine drug that helps to remedy allergic rhinitis conditions, including watery eyes, skin rashes, itching, hives, sneezing, runny nose, and swelling caused by insect bites, etc. This can also be used for other allergy types i.e. dust allergy, pollen allergy, food allergies, etc.A doctor can better diagnose the root cause of allergy and prescribe Gixer Syrup (cetirizine) for your child.Dosage Chart For ChildrenItas a very important part of cetirizine medication in babies to provide the ideal dosage plan for your child.
| Child Age (Years) | Child Age (Years) |
| 2-5 | 2.5ml or ½ tsp once daily |
| 6-11 | 5ml or 1 tsp once daily/2.5ml or ½ tsp twice daily |
| >12 | 10ml or 2 tsp once daily/5ml or 1 tsp twice daily |
The above Gixer syrup dosage chartshows the ideal recommended dose for children from 2 to 12 years of age.Cetrizine (the active ingredient in Gixer) is not suggested for children below 2 years because itas not FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved for children below 24 months.However, it can be used for children below 24 months of age just by the recommendation of an authorized doctor. If the benefits overweigh risks.
Itas suggested to take extra care when giving Gixer (cetirizine) medication to a child having a history of kidney disease, liver disease, and heart problems.Although, cetirizine 5mg/5ml syrup is a well-tolerated drug for children (when taken in recommended dose).Always consult a healthcare provider, doctor, physician, or pharmacist before any kind of prescription drugs. We discourage self-medication and try to provide authentic information for our customers related to medicines.
Cetrizine (anti-histamine) effectively treats allergies in babies but in some cases, it may show adverse effects.Gixer syrup 60ml (by Barrett Hodgson Pharmaceuticals) can cause the following side effects and adverse reactions in children;DrowsinessMay severe the underlying conditions i.e watery eyes, rashes, itching, etcDifficulty in breathingDifficulty in urinationAbdominal painBloating/gas/indigestionVomiting and Nausea, etcIf you see any of these unwanted consequences in the child after giving cetirizine 60ml syrup, immediately discontinue the medication and seek a healthcare service.
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