Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's is a combination medication used to treat certain parasitic infections such as Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, and River blindness. Bancroft's filariasis, also known as elephantiasis, is caused by thread-like worms that live inside the human lymphatic system. The lymphatic system of the body consists of fluid and is responsible for fighting infections. This disease spreads from person to person by mosquitoes and black flies.

Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's is a combination of two drugs: Cetirizine (antihistamine) and Diethylcarbamazine (anthelmintic). Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergic symptoms. Diethylcarbamazine is an anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) that works by causing paralysis of the worms by reducing muscular activity.

Take Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, dry mouth, sore throat, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, drowsiness, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's. Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's should be used with caution if prescribed by a doctor. Regular eye check-ups are recommended while taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's as it may cause night blindness, tunnel vision, or loss of vision if used for a prolonged time. If you have fits, urinary retention, or serious kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's.

Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's is a combination of two drugs, namely: Cetirizine and Diethylcarbamazine used to treat certain parasitic infections such as Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, and River blindness. Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergic symptoms. Diethylcarbamazine is an anthelmintic (antiparasitic) that works by causing paralysis of the worms by reducing their muscular activity.

If you are allergic to Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's. Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 6 years of age, and for children above 6 years, Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's should be used with caution if prescribed by a doctor. Regular eye check-ups are recommended while taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's as it may cause night blindness, tunnel vision or loss of vision if used for a prolonged time. Your doctor may prescribe a corticosteroid along with Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's for certain patients with river blindness, especially those having severe symptoms to reduce the inflammation caused by the death of the worms. It is important to take corticosteroids and Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's exactly as prescribed by a doctor. If you have fits, urinary retention or serious kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's.

• If you are about to take an allergy skin test, inform your doctor that you are taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's as you may be advised to stop taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's for 3 days before the test.
• Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Sitofil Forte Tablet 10's to monitor blood count and liver functioning.
• Regular eye checkups to monitor  loss of vision, night blindness, or tunnel vision.