Igniva Syrup is given to children to treat various symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching associated with allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold.

Igniva Syrup is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.

Uses of Igniva Syrup in children

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Igniva Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Igniva Syrup provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Igniva Syrup in children

Igniva Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Igniva

Sleepiness
Nausea
Muscle pain
Fatigue
Vomiting
Edema (swelling)
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Constipation

How can I give Igniva Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Igniva Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Igniva Syrup works

Igniva Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions. As a result, the symptoms are relieved, and eventually, the condition is cured.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Igniva Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Igniva Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Igniva Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Igniva Syrup is recommended.
However, dose adjustments are required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Cetirizine to your child in case of severe liver disease.

What if I forget to give Igniva Syrup to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Igniva Syrup. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
Avoid giving Igniva Syrup with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Igniva Syrup. Taking sips of water may help.
Igniva Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
Igniva Syrup should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
Your doctor has prescribed Igniva Syrup to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
It is okay to take Igniva Syrup with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Igniva Syrup can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Igniva Syrup as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Igniva Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylmethyl Piperazinyl Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

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References

Cetirizine hydrochloride [FDA Label]. Smyrna: UCB Pharma, Inc.; 2002. [Accessed 22 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
Parisi GF, Leonardi S, Ciprandi G, et al. Cetirizine use in childhood: an update of a friendly 30-year drug. Clin Mol Allergy. 2020;18:2. [Accessed 22 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:

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