Zyrtec (zyrtec (cetirizine hydrochloride) tablet, chewable) Dailymed
Generic: cetirizine hydrochloride is used for the treatment of Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial Urticaria
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Drug Facts
Active Ingredient (in Each Tablet)
Cetirizine HCl 10 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itching of the nose or throat
Warnings
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product
- drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding:
- if breast-feeding: not recommended
- if pregnant: ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
- may be taken with or without water
- chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing
adults and children 6 years and over
Chew and swallow 1 tablet (10 mg) once daily; do not take more than 1 tablet (10 mg) in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms.
adults 65 years and over
ask a doctor
children under 6 years of age
ask a doctor
consumers with liver or kidney disease
ask a doctor
Other Information
- store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
- do not use if buler unit is torn or broken
Inactive Ingredients
betadex, corn starch, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, mannitol, silicified microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose
Questions?
call 1-800-343-7805 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)
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Original Prescription Strength NDC 50580-753-24
ZYRTEC ®
Cetirizine HCl Chewable tablets, 10 mg /antihistamine
ALLERGY
Indoor + Outdoor
Allergies
Chewables
DYE-Free
24 HOUR
Relief of
- Sneezing
- Runny Nose
- Itchy, Watery Eyes
- Itchy Throat or Nose
Actual
Size
No Water
Needed Chew or crush tablets completely
before swallowing
24 Chewable Tablets
10 mg each
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