Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection))

Cetirizine is the generic form of the brand name medicine Zyrtec. It’s used to treat allergy symptoms, such as:

• Runny nose
• Sneezing
• Itchy, red, or watery eyes
• Itchy nose or throat
• Itching or redness caused by hives

Zyrtec is in a class of drugs called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of a substance in your body called histamine.

This medicine comes in both an oral and injection form and is also available in different combination products.

uses

What is Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection)) used for?

• Allergic Rhinitis
• Urticaria
• Allergic Urticaria
• Physical Urticaria

warnings

What is the most important information I should know about Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection)) ?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to cetirizine or similar medicines such as: levocetirizine or hydroxyzine.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using cetirizine if you have any health problems. oral

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:

• recently used alcohol, sedatives, or tranquilizers; or
• liver or kidney disease.

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Side Effects

What are the side effects of Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection)) ?

Get emergency medical help if you have : hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction

Common side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
• cough, drowsiness, tiredness;
• headache, dizziness, feeling light-headed;
• feeling hot, sweating;
• numbness, tingling, burning pain;
• altered sense of taste;
• upset stomach, constipation; or
• nosebleed, dry mouth, sore throat.