Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet contains Cetirizine hydrochloride 10mg per tablet and is presented as a tablet. It is supplied in a pack size of 10s.
It is classified as a non-prescription medicine, so no prescription is needed to order it. Under Malaysian rules for medicine information, this page carries product, safety and handling information only.
You can consult a doctor or pharmacist online on DoctorOnCall about this product before or after you order. Every order is checked by a registered pharmacist before it is delivered. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied with the pack.
Directions for Use
Take Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet by mouth, with or without food, generally once daily as directed on the product label or by your doctor or pharmacist. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. It can be taken at any convenient, consistent time of day, though taking it in the evening may help if you find it makes you drowsy. Do not take more than one dose in a 24-hour period.
Dosage
The usual adult and adolescent dose is one 10mg tablet once daily; children should follow the age-based dosing on the product label or a doctor’s advice, and a lower dose may be needed in people with reduced kidney function. This medicine is intended for short-term or intermittent use for allergy symptoms; if symptoms persist beyond about 2 weeks of continuous use, or are severe, see a doctor rather than continuing to self-treat. If a dose is missed, take it when remembered, but do not take a double dose the next day to make up for it.
Storage Instructions
Store Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture, and keep out of the reach of children.
Side Effects
Drowsiness or sleepiness (less common compared to older antihistamines)
Dry mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Dizziness
Sore throat
Nausea
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or any ingredient in the tablet.
Severe kidney impairment, unless a reduced dose is specifically advised by a doctor.
Children below the age stated on the product label.
Drug / Food Interactions
Alcohol may increase drowsiness when taken with cetirizine.
Other sedating medicines, such as sleeping tablets or certain anxiety medicines, may add to feelings of drowsiness.
Theophylline may slightly reduce the clearance of cetirizine from the body.
Avoid taking with other antihistamine-containing cold or allergy products to prevent duplicate dosing.
Quick Tips
Take at the same time each day for consistent allergy relief.
If it makes you drowsy, consider taking it in the evening.
Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine to reduce added drowsiness.
Check other cold or allergy products you are taking to avoid duplicate antihistamine dosing.
See a doctor if symptoms persist beyond about 2 weeks of regular use.
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Use With Care
Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.
Kidney
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
Liver
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Use With Care
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Driving
Use With Care
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Relevant Information
Precautions: Use with caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and only after checking with a doctor or pharmacist. Caution is also advised in people with kidney impairment, the elderly, and those who need to remain fully alert, such as before driving or operating machinery, until the individual response to this medicine is known.
When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor if your allergy symptoms do not improve, worsen, or keep recurring despite regular use, or if you experience signs of a severe allergic reaction such as facial swelling or difficulty breathing, which requires urgent medical attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet is a tablet containing Cetirizine hydrochloride 10mg per tablet. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 10s. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Follow the instructions printed on the label and in the leaflet supplied with the pack, and do not exceed the stated amount or duration. Handling steps are set out in the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store Pharmaniaga Cetirizine 10mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture, and keep out of the reach of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
The usual adult and adolescent dose is one 10mg tablet once daily; children should follow the age-based dosing on the product label or a doctor’s advice, and a lower dose may be needed in people with reduced kidney function. This medicine is intended for short-term or intermittent use for allergy symptoms; if symptoms persist beyond about 2 weeks of continuous use, or are severe, see a doctor rather than continuing to self-treat. If a dose is missed, take it when remembered, but do not take a double dose the next day to make up for it.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Known hypersensitivity to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or any ingredient in the tablet.
Severe kidney impairment, unless a reduced dose is specifically advised by a doctor.
Children below the age stated on the product label.
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Drowsiness or sleepiness (less common compared to older antihistamines)
Dry mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Dizziness
Sore throat
Nausea
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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