CTZ 10

Tablet · Psychotropics India
USUALLY SOLD WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION

CTZ 10 is a tablet made by Psychotropics India that contains Cetirizine 10 mg. Cetirizine is a antihistamine: relieves sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, hives and other allergies.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Cetirizine10 mg

What it is used for

Relieves sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, hives and other allergies.

How it works

A newer antihistamine that blocks histamine with much less drowsiness than older ones, easing sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, hives and itching.

How to take it

Adults and children over 12: 10 mg once a day, with or without food. Some people find it is best taken at night.

Common side effects

  • Mild drowsiness
  • Tiredness
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache

Get medical help straight away if

  • Allergic swelling or breathlessness
  • Difficulty passing urine

Be careful

Can cause mild drowsiness in some people.

Other medicines and interactions

Alcohol and sedatives can add to drowsiness.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

One of the preferred antihistamines in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed, at the usual dose; ask a pharmacist first.

Same composition, other brands (8)

CetzineOkacetAleridCetcip 10PiracitIncid-LCetirizZyrtec 10

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is CTZ 10?

CTZ 10 is a tablet by Psychotropics India containing Cetirizine 10 mg.

What is CTZ 10 used for?

Relieves sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, hives and other allergies.

How should I take CTZ 10?

Adults and children over 12: 10 mg once a day, with or without food. Some people find it is best taken at night. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of CTZ 10?

Common side effects include: Mild drowsiness, tiredness, dry mouth, headache. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic swelling or breathlessness, difficulty passing urine.

Does CTZ 10 need a prescription?

It is usually sold without a prescription in India, but ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines or have a long-term illness.

Can I take CTZ 10 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

One of the preferred antihistamines in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed, at the usual dose; ask a pharmacist first.

What are the substitutes for CTZ 10?

Brands with the same composition: Cetzine, Okacet, Alerid, Cetcip 10, Piracit, Incid-L, Cetiriz, Zyrtec 10. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.