Cetirizine
Uses
Cetirizine is used in the treatment of allergies and the symptoms it can cause.
How it Works
Cetirizine is an antihistamine- anti-allergy medicine. There is a natural substance produced in the body called histamine, histamine is stored in the mast cells throughout the body. When an allergic reaction occurs due to exposure of pollen, dust etc. , cells in the body release histamine, this causes histamine to bind to certain receptors in the body, which then leads to allergy symptoms. By taking Cetirizine histamine is prevented from binding to its receptors, which helps to provide relief from hay fever symptoms and allergies.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Cetirizine may suffer from such side effects;
Cough,
Headaches,
Vertigo and somnolence,
Uncomfortable feeling in the stomach,
Dry sensation affecting the inside of the mouth,
Diarrhoea,
Drowsiness,
Dry mouth,
Fatigue,
Stomach pain,
Vomiting
Griseofulvin
Uses
Griseofulvin is used in the treatment of fungal infections and nail infections.
How it Works
Griseofulvin is known as an antifungal medication. Griseofulvin kills the fungal infection by destroying the fungal cells. Griseofulvin is used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, and fungal infections of the scalp, fingernails, or toenails.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Griseofulvin can include the symptoms below;
Blistering skin
Chills,
Cough,
Diarrhea,
Fever,
Itching,
Joint or muscle pain,
Irritated eyes
Sore throat
Sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth/lips
Tiredness