{"id":18994,"date":"2017-12-12T17:30:20","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T12:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18994"},"modified":"2018-03-29T12:26:51","modified_gmt":"2018-03-29T06:56:51","slug":"cetirizine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18994","title":{"rendered":"Cetirizine \u2013 Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name: <\/strong>Zyrtec<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category: <\/strong>Antihistamine<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name:<\/strong> cetirizine\u00a0<em>\u00a0<\/em><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information of <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cetirizine is one of the effective antihistamine medications, which has the ability to minimize the natural chemicals called histamine inside the body. Histamine can result in the symptoms of itching, sneezing, runny nose along with watery eyes. Cetirizine can treat allergic and cold symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong> Approved by U.S. FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has approved <\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">various dosage forms like tablet, oral-disintegrating tablet, chewable, syrup, and s<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">olution. The U.S. FDA has also approved over-the-counter consumption of cetirizine.\u00a0<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Some of the important uses and benefits of this medication are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong> for Allergies and hives: <\/strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cetirizine is used to treat various allergic symptoms like cold, allergic skin disorders, allergic symptoms (watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, itching), hives (urticaria), chronic idiopathic urticaria, anaphylaxis (serious allergic reaction), allergic rhinitis (hay fever), perennial allergic rhinitis caused by allergens, rhinorrhea, postnasal discharge, nasal pruritus (itchy nose) and ocular pruritus (Itchy eyes). Also, it may be used in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis and insect bites.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Side effects of <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Hives<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Difficulty breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Fast, pounding or uneven heartbeat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Weakness, tremors (uncontrolled shaking), or sleep problems (insomnia)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Hyperactivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Sore throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe restless feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Problems with vision<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Urinating not at all or less than normal<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dizziness, drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Tired feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cough<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Constipation.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosages of <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Take this medication exactly in the same amount as it is prescribed by the healthcare provider or as directed on the label. But, never take extra quantity than recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You can take Cetirizine with or without your meals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You need to chew the chewable tablet before swallowing it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Measure the liquid medicine with a special medicinal cup or dose-measuring spoon, but not with the regular spoon. In case you do not have that dose-measuring instrument, then ask the pharmacist to have one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the common overdose symptoms may include feeling nervous, drowsy or restless. If you find these symptoms, seek medical help.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Miss my Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"western\" align=\"justify\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\">In case the dose is missed, take it as soon as you recall. If, it the time for the next dose then skip the missed dose. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions of Cetirizine:<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are around 598 major drugs which can interact with this medication. A few of them are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">hydrochlorothiazide\/quinapril (Accuretic)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">perindopril (Aceon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">acetaminophen\/butalbital (Allzital)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">acetylcarbromal (Paxarel)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">fentanyl (Actiq)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">promethazine (Adgan)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">doxepin (Adapin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">biperiden (Akineton HCl)<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">quinapril (Accupril)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">aripiprazole (Abilify)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lifestyle and Food Habits You Must Follow When on Cetirizine:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You should always keep in mind that taking care of your lifestyle and eating habits is essential if you are planning to undergo any sort of treatment. A healthy lifestyle can actually improve the efficacy of the medication. However, taking alcohol along with drugs can prove hazardous and can lead to thought impairment and central nervous system depression.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In addition, you should not take this drug in case you are allergic to cetirizine. Adults above 60 are recommended to take a lower dose than the normal. Always follow the instructions of your doctor carefully.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How Safe Is Cetirizine for Pregnant Women or Nursing Mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is actually not proven whether this medication is harmful to an unborn infant or not. However, inform your healthcare provider if you are expecting or planning to be pregnant during this treatment.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"refsection_content\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pregnancy category: B (<\/span>May be<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> acceptable); C (<span class=\"cdef\">Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks<\/span>) for Zyrtec-D 12 Hour<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactation: Excreted in breast milk; use not recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible Due to Prolonged Use of Cetirizine:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The prolonged use of this drug can make you addicted. In case you stop using Cetirizine suddenly after taking it for longer, then this may lead to several adverse effects. Hence, you should first consult your doctor before you stop using this medication completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of the <\/strong><strong>Cetirizine<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This drug is available in both the forms: on prescription as well as over-the-counter.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name: Zyrtec Category: Antihistamine Generic name: cetirizine\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 Introduction and Quick Information of Cetirizine: Cetirizine is one of the effective antihistamine medications, which has the ability to minimize the natural chemicals called histamine inside the body. Histamine can result in the symptoms of itching, sneezing, runny nose along with watery eyes. 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