Zyrtec Info
Common Brand Name(s)
Zyrtec Tablet
Uses
Zyrtec is used to relieve allergy symptoms and
hives.
Contraindications
Do not take Zyrtec if you are allergic to hydroxyzine
or any ingredient in this medicine.
How to Use
How much medicine you take and how often you take
it depends on many factors, including the condition
being treated and the age and weight of the patient.
If you have any questions about the amount and/or
frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk
with your health care provider.
Zyrtec may be taken with or without food. Avoid
alcohol and other mental depressants (eg, narcotics,
tranquilizers, antihistamines) while you are taking
this medicine. Zyrtec may produce drowsiness;
patients should observe caution while driving
or performing other tasks requiring alertness,
coordination, or physical dexterity.
Do not stop taking Zyrtec without checking with
your doctor. Do not take more medication than
prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor
or health care provider. Patients with previous
medical conditions should talk with their health
care provider before taking this medication. Do
not take any other over-the-counter or prescription
medications without talking with your doctor.
Side Effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many
people have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your
doctor or pharmacist if any of the following occurs:
Common- Drowsiness; tiredness; dry mouth; sore
throat; headache; nausea; coughing;nosebleed.
Precautions
Before using Zyrtec, tell your health care provider
about any of the following: if you are pregnant,
planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding;
if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription
medicine; if you have any other medical condition.
Notes
If you have any questions about your medicine,
please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health
care provider.
Missed Dose
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible.
If several hours have passed or if it is nearing
time for the next dose, do not double the dose
to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If
more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
Storage
Store at room temperature (59 to 86 degrees F).