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  1. Cetirizine

    Common brand names: Zyrtec

    Cetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.

    May Treat: Allergic rhinitis · Allergic conjunctivitis · Atopic dermatitis · Chronic idiopathic urticaria · Perennial allergic rhinitis and more

    Brand Names: Zyrtec · Child's All Day Allergy(cetir) · Children's Zyrtec Allergy · All Day Allergy (cetirizine) · Aller-Tec and more

    Drug Class: Antihistamines - 2nd Generation · Antihistamines - 2nd Generation - Piperazines · Ophthalmic - Antihistamines

    Availability: Prescription sometimes needed

    Pregnancy: Consult a doctor before using

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

    Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication

    Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution

    Precautions

    • Room temperature
    • For dropperette, single-use drop dispenser products : Wash hands before and after using. May wear contact lenses 10 minutes after using. Do not touch tip of open eye drop bottle. Wait 5 min. before other eye medications. May sting or burn after applying. May blur vision. Use caution when driving. Protect from heat, light, & moisture. Avoid smoking, allergens, smoke and irritants.
    • For solution, oral products : Measure dose using a dosing spoon/cup/syringe. If diabetic, be aware this drug may have sugar.
    • For tablet products : May make you sleepy. Use caution when driving. Reduce or avoid drinking alcohol. Avoid other drugs that make you sleepy. Do not take more drug than directed. Avoid other medicines containing the same drug. Call doctor if you are not getting better.
    • For tablet, chewable products : Chew medicine completely before swallowing.
    • For tablet, disintegrating products : Place medicine on tongue to dissolve.

    For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

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