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Zyrtec D, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Zyrtec D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zyrtec D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zyrtec D as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zyrtec D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zyrtec D is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zyrtec D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zyrtec D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zyrtec D in conditions like Heart Disease. The section on Zyrtec D contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Zyrtec D may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zyrtec D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Zyrtec D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Zyrtec D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zyrtec D without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Zyrtec D safe during breastfeeding?
Zyrtec D may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zyrtec D on the Kidneys?
Zyrtec D may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zyrtec D on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zyrtec D on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zyrtec D on the Heart?
Using Zyrtec D does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Zyrtec D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zyrtec D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zyrtec D habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zyrtec D is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Zyrtec D
Taking Zyrtec D with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zyrtec D
Taking alcohol with Zyrtec D can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136-137
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1065-1066
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use