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 Generic Zyrtec Information
Generic: Cetirizine 5/10 mg |
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Generic Zyrtec (Cetirizine) is used to treat allergies, hives (urticaria), and other allergic inflammatory conditions. |
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Brand Name: Zyrtec |
Shelf Life: 5 Years |
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 Drug Name
Generic Zyrtec (Cetirizine)
Active Ingredient
Cetirizine
Generic Zyrtec Information on Uses
Generic Zyrtec is an antihistamine. Antihistamines prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering of the eyes, and other allergic symptoms. Cetirizine - generic Zyrtec is used to treat allergies, hives (urticaria), and other allergic inflammatory conditions.
How is Generic Zyrtec Taken
Generic Zyrtec comes as a tablet to take it orally. It usually is taken once a day. It may be taken regularly or when allergy symptoms flare up. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take generic Zyrtec pills exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Generic Zyrtec Drug Class and Mechanism
Generic Zyrtec - Cetirizine is the fourth addition to a new generation of allergy medications called "non-sedating" antihistamines or histamine (H-1) receptor blockers. These new antihistamines are called non-sedating because they cause less sedation than their predecessors; however, cetirizine is more sedating than the other non-sedating antihistamines.
Antihistamines block the effects of histamines. Histamines cause symptoms of allergy when released by allergic reactions in the body. Antihistamines block the ability of histamine to promote the allergy symptoms.
Generic Zyrtec Information on Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose, do not take an extra tablet to catch up for the dose you forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at the regular time. Do not take more tablets than your doctor prescribed.
Generic Zyrtec Information on Storage
Store at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F); excursions permitted to 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F).
Generic Zyrtec Warnings/Precautions
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during your therapy with generic Zyrtec. Cetirizine - generic Zyrtec is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby.
Do not take generic Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. Cetirizine passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby.
Do not take Cetirizine - generic Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from generic Zyrtec - Cetirizine. You may require a lower dose of this medication.
Generic Zyrtec Information on Possible Side Effects
Sleepiness occurs in 14% of patients. Dry mouth, nausea, headache, fatigue, jitteriness and sore throat are infrequently reported with cetirizine.
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