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Cetirizine

Uses

Cetirizine Uses Cetirizine is used to treat allergic eye disease, nasal allergy symptoms, allergic conditions, sneezing, and runny nose due to allergies, as well as allergic skin conditions.

How it Works

How Cetirizine Works Cetirizine is an antihistamine medication that treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger known as histamine in the body.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Cetirizine include headache, constipation, sleepiness, fatigue, vomiting, and dryness in the mouth.

Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Cetirizine to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
  • Compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to cause drowsiness.
  • Exercise caution while driving or engaging in activities that require concentration, as it may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication, as it may increase drowsiness.
  • Discontinue Cetirizine at least 3 days before undergoing an allergy test, as it can affect the test results.

Other Combinations

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Guaifenesin

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Guaifenesin + Menthol

Ambroxol + Levocetirizine

Ambroxol + Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)

Doxofylline + Levocetirizine + Montelukast

Phenylpropanolamine + Cetirizine

Diethylcarbamazine + Levocetirizine

Caffeine + Cetirizine

Caffeine + Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Ambroxol

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Diethylcarbamazine

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylpropanolamine

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Pseudoephedrine

Cetirizine + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Pseudoephedrine

Phenylephrine + Guaifenesin + Ambroxol + Levocetirizine

Ammonium Chloride + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Menthol + Zinc Gluconate

Ambroxol + Bromhexine + Cetirizine + Terbutaline

Ambroxol + Bromhexine + Guaifenesin + Levocetirizine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Guaifenesin + Menthol + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Guaifenesin + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Phenylephrine + Guaifenesin

Ambroxol + Guaifenesin + Levocetirizine + Menthol

Ambroxol + Guaifenesin + Levocetirizine + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Levocetirizine + Montelukast

Ambroxol + Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Levocetirizine + Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Levocetirizine

Bromhexine + Cetirizine + Diethylcarbamazine

Levocetirizine

Levocetirizine + Montelukast

Levocetirizine + Nimesulide

Levocetirizine + Nimesulide + Phenylephrine

Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)

Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Levocetirizine + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Cetirizine + Nimesulide + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Cetirizine + Nimesulide + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Cetirizine + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Levocetirizine + Nimesulide + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Levocetirizine + Nimesulide + Phenylephrine

Caffeine + Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Pseudoephedrine + Levocetirizine

Aceclofenac + Caffeine + Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Levocetirizine + Ambroxol + Pseudoephedrine

Levocetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylpropanolamine

Levocetirizine + Pseudoephedrine

Levocetirizine + Zinc Gluconate

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Menthol + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Menthol + Phenylpropanolamine

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Menthol + Zinc (Elemental Zinc)

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Pseudoephedrine

Cetirizine + Menthol + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine

Cetirizine + Nimesulide + Pseudoephedrine

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Phenylephrine + Zinc (Elemental Zinc)

Cetirizine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Pseudoephedrine + Zinc (Elemental Zinc)

Cetirizine + Phenylephrine + Ambroxol + Paracetamol

Acebrophylline + Levocetirizine + Montelukast

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cetirizine cause drowsiness?
Yes, Cetirizine may cause tiredness, sleepiness, and weakness.
How quickly does Cetirizine take effect?
You may notice improvement within an hour of taking Cetirizine, although full benefits might take longer.
Is long-term daily use of Cetirizine safe?
Cetirizine is safe for long-term use if prescribed by a doctor, but it is advisable to take it only as long as necessary.
Can I combine Cetirizine with Fexofenadine?
Your doctor may recommend taking both antihistamines for severe itching, but do not do so without their guidance. One may be prescribed for daytime use and another for nighttime, especially if itching disrupts sleep.
Is Cetirizine a steroid and what is its purpose?
Cetirizine is an antihistamine, not a steroid. It alleviates allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes from hay fever or seasonal allergies, as well as similar symptoms from dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also effective for treating hives, including itching and rash.
What is the recommended duration for taking Cetirizine?
The duration depends on the condition being treated. For an insect bite, it may be needed for a day or two, while chronic allergic conditions may require longer use. Consult your doctor for specific recommendations.
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