Cetirizine side effects in adults

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur: Symptoms of Overdose • Changes in mood, irrational behavior, depersonalization hallucinations • convulsions (seizures) • extreme sleepiness or unusual drowsiness • fast, slow, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse • feeling anxious • giddiness • headache • irritability • muscle weakness or tenderness • nausea • restlessness • shallow, irregular, fast, or slow breathing • sleeplessness or trouble in sleeping • abdominal and/or chest pain • thirst Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: Rare • Breathing, troubled • back, leg, or stomach pain • blurred vision • bloody, cloudy, or dark urine, sudden decrease in amount of urine • black, tarry stools, diarrhea, light-colored stools • confusion • dizziness, feeling faint, or lightheaded • fever or chills • increased blood pressure • rapid weight gain • skin rash or hives • swelling of face, mouth, throat, fingers, glands, feet, and/or lower legs • stillbirth • twitching, twisting, or uncontrolled repetitive movements of the face • sudden sweating • vomiting blood, bleeding gums, nosebleeds, unusual bleeding or bruising • pale or yellow eyes or skin • unusual tiredness or weakness Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you abou...

Cetirizine is the generic form of the brand name medicine Zyrtec. It’s used to treat allergy symptoms, such as: • Runny nose • Sneezing • Itchy, red, or watery eyes • Itchy nose or throat • Itching or redness caused by hives Zyrtec is in a class of drugs called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of a substance in your body called histamine. This medicine comes in both an oral and injection form and is also available in different combination products. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to cetirizine or levocetirizine. Cetirizine injection is not for use in children young than 6 years old who have liver or kidney disease. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take cetirizine oral if you have any medical conditions. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before you are treated with cetirizine injection in an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers about your health conditions. Make sure any doctor caring for you afterward knows you received this medicine. Side Effects What are the side effects of Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection))? Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: • fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat; • weakness, tremors (uncontrolled shaking), or sleep problems (insomnia); • severe restless feeling, hy...

Zyrtec Side Effects Generic name: cetirizine • • • • Note: This document contains side effect information about cetirizine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Zyrtec. Applies to intravenous solution. Serious side effects of Zyrtec Along with its needed effects, cetirizine (the active ingredient contained in Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking cetirizine: Incidence not known • Drowsiness • relaxed and calm • sleepiness or unusual drowsiness Other side effects of Zyrtec Some side effects of cetirizine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Rare • Acid or sour stomach • • burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings • change or loss of taste • feeling hot • • • increased sweating • • stomach discomfort, upset, or Incidence not known • Bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, For Healthcare Professionals Applies to cetirizine: intravenous solution, oral capsule, oral liquid, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral ta...

You may be able to lessen some side effects of albuterol if you change the method in which you take the drug or the amount you take. You may also find that a different prescription asthma drug has fewer side effects for you. Albuterol is a type of drug called a short-acting bronchodilator. It provides relief from an asthma attack by relaxing the smooth muscles in your airways. It's usually taken with a metered dose inhaler (ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, others). But it can also be inhaled with a device called a nebulizer or taken as a pill or a liquid. Side effects of albuterol include nervousness or shakiness, headache, throat or nasal irritation, and muscle aches. More-serious — though less common — side effects include a rapid heart rate (tachycardia) or feelings of fluttering or a pounding heart (palpitations). If you find it difficult to tolerate side effects of albuterol, talk to your health care provider about the following options: • Changing the delivery method. Albuterol side effects are less likely if you use an inhaler instead of taking a pill or liquid. If you use a nebulizer to inhale the drug, you may lessen symptoms if you can switch to a metered dose inhaler. If you already use a metered dose inhaler, symptoms may be reduced if you use a spacer or chamber device, which is attached to the inhaler. • Managing your asthma. In general, the severity of side effects depends on how much of the drug you take. Albuterol is intended to treat noticeable asthma symptoms,...

How does this medication work? What will it do for me? Cetirizine belongs to the class of medications called second-generation antihistamines, specifically the class known as histamine receptor antagonists. For adults and children 2 years of age and older, it is used for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergies including sneezing; itchy nose and throat; stuffy and runny nose; and tearing, red, or itchy eyes. It is also used for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic skin conditions (e.g., chronic idiopathic urticaria) such as itchy skin and hives. For adults and children over the age of 12 years, it is also used for the relief of symptoms associated with year-round allergies and hives. Cetirizine works by blocking the actions of one of the body's natural chemicals known as histamine. Histamine is responsible for many of the symptoms caused by allergies. Cetirizine usually starts to relieve allergy symptoms within 20 minutes and lasts for 24 hours. This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are no...

Dosage Forms & Strengths tablet • 5mg (generic, Zyrtec) • 10mg (generic, Zyrtec) tablet, oral-disintegrating • 10mg (Zyrtec Allergy) tablet, chewable • 5mg (generic, Zyrtec) • 10mg (generic, Zyrtec) syrup • 5mg/5mL (generic) solution • 5mg/5mL (generic) injectable solution • 10mg/mL (Quzyttir) Allergies/Hay Fever/Urticaria PO Perennial and seasonal allergic and vasomotor rhinitis; relief of symptoms from colds, urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions, pruritus, allergic conjunctivitis 5-10 mg PO qDay, depending on severity of symptoms; not to exceed 10 mg qDay IV Indicated for acute urticaria 10 mg IV push q24hr PRN Dosing Modifications Renal impairment • PO • GFR >50 mL/min: Dose adjustment not necessary • GFR ≤50 mL/min: 5 mg PO qDay • Peritoneal dialysis: 5 mg PO qDay • Intermittent hemodialysis: 5 mg PO qDay; may also administer 3 times weekly • IV • Mild-to-severe and patients on dialysis: No dosage adjustment necessary; monitor for antihistaminic side effects Hepatic impairment • PO: Dose adjustment not provided by manufacturer's label • IV: No dosage adjustment necessary; monitor for antihistaminic side effects in this patient population Dosage Forms & Strengths tablet • 5mg (generic, Zyrtec) • 10mg (generic, Zyrtec) tablet, oral-disintegrating • 10mg (Zyrtec Allergy) tablet, chewable • 5mg (generic, Zyrtec) • 10mg (generic, Zyrtec) syrup • 5mg/5mL (generic) solution • 5mg/5mL (generic) injectable solution • 10mg/mL (Quzyttir) Allergies/Hay Fever/Urticaria PO ...

Cetirizine is the generic form of the brand name medicine Zyrtec. It’s used to treat allergy symptoms, such as: • Runny nose • Sneezing • Itchy, red, or watery eyes • Itchy nose or throat • Itching or redness caused by hives Zyrtec is in a class of drugs called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of a substance in your body called histamine. This medicine comes in both an oral and injection form and is also available in different combination products. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to cetirizine or levocetirizine. Cetirizine injection is not for use in children young than 6 years old who have liver or kidney disease. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take cetirizine oral if you have any medical conditions. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before you are treated with cetirizine injection in an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers about your health conditions. Make sure any doctor caring for you afterward knows you received this medicine. Side Effects What are the side effects of Zyrtec (Cetirizine (Oral/Injection))? Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: • fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat; • weakness, tremors (uncontrolled shaking), or sleep problems (insomnia); • severe restless feeling, hy...

You may be able to lessen some side effects of albuterol if you change the method in which you take the drug or the amount you take. You may also find that a different prescription asthma drug has fewer side effects for you. Albuterol is a type of drug called a short-acting bronchodilator. It provides relief from an asthma attack by relaxing the smooth muscles in your airways. It's usually taken with a metered dose inhaler (ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, others). But it can also be inhaled with a device called a nebulizer or taken as a pill or a liquid. Side effects of albuterol include nervousness or shakiness, headache, throat or nasal irritation, and muscle aches. More-serious — though less common — side effects include a rapid heart rate (tachycardia) or feelings of fluttering or a pounding heart (palpitations). If you find it difficult to tolerate side effects of albuterol, talk to your health care provider about the following options: • Changing the delivery method. Albuterol side effects are less likely if you use an inhaler instead of taking a pill or liquid. If you use a nebulizer to inhale the drug, you may lessen symptoms if you can switch to a metered dose inhaler. If you already use a metered dose inhaler, symptoms may be reduced if you use a spacer or chamber device, which is attached to the inhaler. • Managing your asthma. In general, the severity of side effects depends on how much of the drug you take. Albuterol is intended to treat noticeable asthma symptoms,...

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur: Symptoms of Overdose • Changes in mood, irrational behavior, depersonalization hallucinations • convulsions (seizures) • extreme sleepiness or unusual drowsiness • fast, slow, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse • feeling anxious • giddiness • headache • irritability • muscle weakness or tenderness • nausea • restlessness • shallow, irregular, fast, or slow breathing • sleeplessness or trouble in sleeping • abdominal and/or chest pain • thirst Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: Rare • Breathing, troubled • back, leg, or stomach pain • blurred vision • bloody, cloudy, or dark urine, sudden decrease in amount of urine • black, tarry stools, diarrhea, light-colored stools • confusion • dizziness, feeling faint, or lightheaded • fever or chills • increased blood pressure • rapid weight gain • skin rash or hives • swelling of face, mouth, throat, fingers, glands, feet, and/or lower legs • stillbirth • twitching, twisting, or uncontrolled repetitive movements of the face • sudden sweating • vomiting blood, bleeding gums, nosebleeds, unusual bleeding or bruising • pale or yellow eyes or skin • unusual tiredness or weakness Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you abou...

How does this medication work? What will it do for me? Cetirizine belongs to the class of medications called second-generation antihistamines, specifically the class known as histamine receptor antagonists. For adults and children 2 years of age and older, it is used for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergies including sneezing; itchy nose and throat; stuffy and runny nose; and tearing, red, or itchy eyes. It is also used for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic skin conditions (e.g., chronic idiopathic urticaria) such as itchy skin and hives. For adults and children over the age of 12 years, it is also used for the relief of symptoms associated with year-round allergies and hives. Cetirizine works by blocking the actions of one of the body's natural chemicals known as histamine. Histamine is responsible for many of the symptoms caused by allergies. Cetirizine usually starts to relieve allergy symptoms within 20 minutes and lasts for 24 hours. This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are no...