Zyrtec

Cetirizine Dihydrochloride is categorized in a class of medications called antihistamines.

Cetirizine Dihydrochloride is used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergy and allergy due to substances such as dust particles and animal hackles.

Take Zyrtec exactly as directed by your health care professional.

Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

headache
nausea
stomach upset
sore throat
drowsiness
dry mouth
fatigue
dizziness
diarrhea

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

sleep aids
certain tranquilizers
certain narcotic/pain medicines
certain antihistamines used in cold medicines
barbiturates
certain antidepressants
alcohol
anti anxiety medication

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

kidney disease
liver disease