Cetirizine Hcl Drug Information
Generic name: CETIRIZINE
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- 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
Dosage & Administration of Cetirizine Hcl
| adults and children 6 years and over | 1 tablet (5 mg) or 2 tablets (10) once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 tablets (10) in 24 hours. |
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| adults 65 years and over | 1 tablet (5 mg) once a day; do not take more than 1 tablet (5 mg) in 24 hours. |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
| consumers with liver or kidney disease | ask a doctor |
Warnings & Cautions for Cetirizine Hcl
- Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine Ask a doctor before useif you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives 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 Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away. If pregnant or breast-feeding:
- If breast-feeding: not recommended
- if pregnant: ask a health professional before use. 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)
Overdosage Information for Cetirizine Hcl
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)
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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