Product Description
Find answers to common questions about our product, including dosage, storage, and side effects.
- Cetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms.
- Symptoms it can alleviate include watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
- It works by blocking the natural substance histamine, produced by the body during allergic reactions.
- Cetirizine does not prevent hives or treat serious allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.
- If prescribed epinephrine for allergic reactions, always carry the epinephrine injector and do not substitute it with cetirizine.
- If self-treating with over-the-counter cetirizine, read package directions before use.
- If prescribed by a doctor, take as directed, usually once daily.
- Chewable tablets should be chewed well; rapidly dissolving tablets should dissolve on the tongue.
- If using the liquid form, measure the dose carefully with a special device, not a household spoon.
- Dosage is based on age, medical condition, and response to treatment.
- Do not exceed the prescribed dose or take more frequently than directed.
- Inform your doctor if allergy symptoms persist, hives don’t improve after 3 days, or last more than 6 weeks.
- Seek medical help immediately if your condition worsens or if you suspect a serious medical problem, such as a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
- Common side effects may include drowsiness, tiredness, dry mouth, and stomach pain (especially in children).
- Inform your doctor or pharmacist if these effects persist or worsen.
- If prescribed by your doctor, remember the perceived benefits generally outweigh the risk of side effects.
- Notify your doctor promptly if you experience difficulty urinating or weakness.
- Seek immediate medical help if you observe symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing.
- This list does not cover all possible side effects; contact your doctor or pharmacist for any unlisted effects.
- Inform your doctor or pharmacist about any allergies to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, levocetirizine, or other substances in the medication.
- Share your medical history, especially if you have difficulty urinating, kidney disease, or liver disease.
- For hives treatment, promptly notify your doctor of unusual symptoms, such as discolored, bruised, or blistered hives.
- Be cautious as this medication may cause drowsiness; avoid activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol or marijuana use, and discuss cannabis use with your doctor.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist about sugar content in liquid products if you have diabetes.
- Before surgery, inform your healthcare provider about all products you use, including prescription, nonprescription, and herbal.
- During pregnancy, use this medication only, if necessary, after discussing risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Consult your doctor before breastfeeding as cetirizine passes into breast milk.
| Generic name: | Cetirizine – non Rx, Cetirizine |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 5mg, 10mg, 20mg |
| Quantities Available: | 36, 90, 100 |
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