Zyrtec Information
Common Brand Name(s)
Zyrtec Tablet

Uses
This medicine is used to relieve allergy symptoms and hives.

Contraindications
Do not take the Zyrtec allergy medication 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 Zyrtec.

This medicine may produce drowsiness; patients should observe caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity.

Do not stop taking this medication without checking with your doctor. Do not take more Zyrtec 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 Zyrtec, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Missed Dose
If a Zyrtec 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 Zyrtec at room temperature (59 to 86 degrees F).

 

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