Introduction

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Uses of Alcet

Allergic conditions

Side effects of Alcet

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Headache
Dryness in mouth

How to use Alcet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alcet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Alcet works

Alcet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Alcet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Alcet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Alcet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Alcet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Alcet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.\nLarger doses or more prolonged use of Alcet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply
UNSAFE – Driving: Alcet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Alcet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alcet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Alcet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Alcet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Alcet is recommended.