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Alerid Syrup
Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL
Alerid Syrup is used for allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny/blocked nose, itchy/watery eyes), Urticaria (hives) and other allergic skin conditions with itching.
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Key details
Salt: Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL
Available variants: syrup 60 Ml, syrup 30 Ml 30 Ml, syrup 60 Ml 60 Ml, syrup 30 Ml
Price: ₹21 (₹0.70 per ml)
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: CIPLA LIMITED
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Alerid Syrup
Alerid Syrup contains Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL. It belongs to the Second-generation H1 antihistamine class of medicines.
Uses of Alerid Syrup
- Allergic rhinitis (sneezing
- Runny
- Blocked nose
- Itchy
- Watery eyes)
- Urticaria (hives)
- Other allergic skin conditions with itching
Benefits of Alerid Syrup
- In Allergic rhinitis
- Alerid blocks the histamine your body releases to an allergen, relieving the sneezing, runny or blocked nose and itchy, watery eyes that spoil your day.
- In Hives and skin allergy
- Alerid calms the itching and brings down the raised, red weals of hives, so the skin settles and you can sleep.
- In Itching
- Alerid relieves itching from an allergic reaction, an insect bite or a skin condition, which also stops the scratching that damages skin and keeps it inflamed.
- In Allergic asthma
- Alerid reduces the allergic inflammation in the airways that triggers wheezing and tightness, so attacks are fewer and milder when it is taken alongside your inhaler.
How Alerid Syrup works
Cetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine. It blocks histamine (H1) receptors, reducing allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching, watery eyes and hives. It generally causes less drowsiness than older antihistamines, though sleepiness can still occur in some people.
How to take Alerid Syrup
Take as prescribed by the doctor. Measure with a dosing cup/spoon; can be taken with or without food. If it causes drowsiness, prefer taking it in the evening; do not exceed recommended dose especially in children.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Alerid Syrup
Most side effects of Alerid are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Sleepiness/drowsiness
- dry mouth
- fatigue
- dizziness
- headache
- nausea
- sore throat
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Alerid Syrup
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
May cause drowsiness—avoid driving/operating machinery until you know your response. Use with caution in kidney disease (dose adjustment may be needed) and in elderly patients. Do not use without medical advice in very young children; follow pediatric dosing. Seek medical help if severe allergic reaction occurs (swelling of face/lips, breathing difficulty).
Do not take Alerid if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.
Interactions with other medicines
Alcohol (increases drowsiness), other CNS depressants/sedatives (sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medicines, opioids), other antihistamines/cough-cold combinations, theophylline (may affect cetirizine clearance in some cases)
How to store Alerid Syrup
Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protect from light and moisture, keep bottle tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Alerid Syrup
- Taking it at bedtime reduces the impact of any drowsiness.
- Identify and avoid your triggers where you can.
- Dust, pollen, cold air.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-allergic
- Drug class:
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
Substitutes for Alerid Syrup
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Alerid Syrup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceriz Syrup 60 ml | syrup · 60ML | ₹44 | 107% more |
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Alerid Syrup FAQs
What is Alerid Syrup used for?
Alerid Syrup is commonly used for Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny/blocked nose, itchy/watery eyes), Urticaria (hives) and other allergic skin conditions with itching. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Alerid Syrup?
Allergic rhinitis: Alerid blocks the histamine your body releases to an allergen, relieving the sneezing, runny or blocked nose and itchy, watery eyes that spoil your day. It is also used for hives and skin allergy, itching, allergic asthma.
What is the salt in Alerid Syrup?
Alerid Syrup contains Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Alerid Syrup?
Take as prescribed by the doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Alerid Syrup work?
Cetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine.
Is Alerid Syrup a prescription medicine?
No. Alerid Syrup is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Alerid Syrup?
The side effects reported most often with Alerid are Sleepiness/drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Alerid Syrup be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Alerid Syrup in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Alerid.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Alerid Syrup?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Alerid Syrup.
What if I miss a dose of Alerid Syrup?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Alerid Syrup habit forming?
No. Alerid Syrup is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Alerid Syrup cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Alerid Syrup starts at ₹21 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in syrup 60 Ml, syrup 30 Ml 30 Ml, syrup 60 Ml 60 Ml. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Alerid Syrup?
Alerid Syrup is manufactured by CIPLA LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Alerid Syrup delivered?
Alerid Syrup is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Alerid Syrup, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg/5 mL
- Form
- syrup
- Price
- ₹21 (₹0.70 per ml)
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-allergic
- Drug class
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- syrup 60 Ml, syrup 30 Ml 30 Ml, syrup 60 Ml 60 Ml
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling/package insert
- CDSCO drug information, established medical literature (antihistamines/cetirizine), standard pharmacology references
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Alerid Syrup.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.