Cetirizine Hcl Drug Information
Generic name: CETIRIZINE
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See Prices Uses of Cetirizine Hcl
- 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
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 10 mg
| 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. |
| 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 |
| adults and children 6 years and over | one 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet 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 |
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
- In rare cases, you may experience itching after stopping cetirizine. Consult your healthcare provider if this happens. 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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