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Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Zyrtec

Zyrtec has 40 Side Effects total
10 are Life Threatening
4 Occur Most Frequently

Uses of Zyrtec
 
Zyrtec is also known by the generic name Cetirizine


USES:
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing from "hay fever" and other allergies. It is also used to relieve itching from hives.

Cetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis). Therefore, if your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use cetirizine in place of your epinephrine.

If you are self-treating with this medication, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. (See also Precautions section.)


Zyrtec has 10 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects
 
Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Rhythm - Conduction Disorder of the Heart is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Blockage of Normal Bile Flow - Cholestasis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Bronchospasm - Bronchospastic Pulmonary Disease is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Fit - Tonic Clonic Seizure is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Heart Throbbing or Pounding - Palpitations is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Liver Problems - Disease of Liver is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Seizures - Seizure Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec
Critical Seriousness - Visible Water Retention - Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zyrtec

Zyrtec has 4 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects
 
Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Zyrtec
Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Zyrtec
Dryness of the Nose - Dry Nose is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Zyrtec
Throat Dryness - Dry Throat is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Zyrtec

Zyrtec Drug-Drug Interactions
 
Zyrtec has interactions of severe seriousness with 0 drug(s):

Zyrtec has interactions of serious seriousness with 0 drug(s).

Zyrtec has interactions of moderate seriousness with 0 drug(s).

Zyrtec has interactions of unknown seriousness with 0 drug(s).

Zyrtec has 4 Condition Contraindications
 
If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Zyrtec.

Zyrtec Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Relative Contraindications 

Renal Disease - Kidney Disease is a contraindication of Zyrtec.

Contraindication Warnings 

Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Zyrtec.

Glaucoma - Increased Pressure in Eyes is a contraindication of Zyrtec.

Urinary Retention - Cannot Empty Bladder is a contraindication of Zyrtec.

Zyrtec has 32 related brands and strengths:
 
All Day Allergy (Cetirizine) 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

All Day Allergy (Cetirizine) 10 Mg Chewable Tab

All Day Allergy (Cetirizine) 10 Mg Tab

All Day Allergy (Cetirizine) 5 Mg Chewable Tab

All Day Allergy Relief (Cetirizine) 10 Mg Tab

Allergy Relief (Cetirizine) 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Allergy Relief (Cetirizine) 10 Mg Tab

Cetirizine 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Cetirizine 10 Mg Cap

Cetirizine 10 Mg Chewable Tab

Cetirizine 10 Mg Tab

Cetirizine 10 Mg Tab, Rapid Dissolve

Cetirizine 5 Mg Chewable Tab

Cetirizine 5 Mg Tab

Cetirizine 5 Mg/5 Ml Oral Soln

Cetirizine 5 Mg/5 Ml Prefilled Spoon

Children's All Day Allergy (Cetirizine) 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Children's Aller-Tec 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Children's Allergy 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Children's Allergy Relief (Cetirizine) 10 Mg Chewable Tab

Children's Allergy Relief (Cetirizine) 5 Mg Chewable Tab

Children's Wal-Zyr 10 Mg Chewable Tab

Children's Wal-Zyr 5 Mg Chewable Tab

Children's Zyrtec Allergy 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Children's Zyrtec Allergy 10 Mg Chewable Tab

Children's Zyrtec Allergy 5 Mg/5 Ml Prefilled Spoon

Wal-Zyr 1 Mg/Ml Oral Soln

Wal-Zyr 10 Mg Tab

Zyrtec 10 Mg Cap

Zyrtec 10 Mg Chewable Tab

Zyrtec 10 Mg Tab

Zyrtec 10 Mg Tab, Rapid Dissolve

Zyrtec - Symptoms of overdose may include
severe drowsiness. In children, symptoms may include: restlessness and irritability, and may be followed by drowsiness.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

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