Generic Zyrtec

Zyrtec - Cetirizine in tablets.

CETIRIZINE is an antihistamine. It prevents the effects of histamine, which is produced by the body. Like many other antihistamine medications, Zyrtec has a combination with pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, a decongestant - Zurtec - D.

What is Zyrtec used for?

It is used to prevent and treat symptoms of hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. It is also used to help relieve itching and hives.

Zyrtec formes.

Zyrtec - 6 years and older; 5/14/30/45/75 tablets

Zyrtec - D - 12 years and older; 12/24 tablets

Children's Zyrtec Allergy Syrup - 2 years and older

Children's Zyrtec chewable 5mg tablets - 6 years and older

Children's Zyrtec chewable 10mg tablets - 6 years and older

Children's Zyrtec hives relief syrup - 6 years and older

Zyrtec and other drugs.

Zyrtec may interact with some medicines that cause drowsiness, such as:

• barbiturates such as phenobarbital
• antidepressants or tranquilizers (for example, amitriptyline, chlorpromazine)
• narcotics or pain medicines (for example, codeine, hydrocodone)
• medicines used for anxiety or to help produce sleep (for example, alprazolam)
• antihistamines used in cold medicines (for example, diphenhydramine or chlorpheniramine)
  

Possible side effects of Cetirizine

• dry mouth
• tiredness
• allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue)
• dark urine
• yellowing of eyes or skin

Zyrtec (Zyrtec-D) and Pregnancy

Zyrtec-D may not be safe for use during pregnancy. The pregnant women should consult with their healthcare providers before taking the drug.

What is the shelf life of the pills?

• The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.