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Zyrtec-D Drug Center

Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD

Zyrtec-D (cetirizine and pseudoephedrine) is a combination of cetirizine, an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body, and pseudoephedrine, a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. It is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as nasal and sinus congestion, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, or runny nose. It is taken orally in tablet form. Possible side effects can include dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, ringing in the ears, or problems with concentration.

It is not known whether cetirizine and pseudoephedrine is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Cetirizine and pseudoephedrine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby.

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Zyrtec-D Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

ZYRTEC-D® (cetirizine, pseudoephedrine) Tablets should be administered when both the antihistaminic properties of cetirizine hydrochloride and the nasal decongestant properties of pseudoephedrine hydrochloride are desired.

ZYRTEC-D (cetirizine, pseudoephedrine) Tablets are indicated for the relief of nasal and non-nasal symptoms associated with seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and children 12 years of age and older.

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Zyrtec-D Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
  • weakness, tremors (uncontrolled shaking), or sleep problems (insomnia);
  • severe restless feeling, hyperactivity;
  • extreme feeling of fear or confusion;
  • increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concen...

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What is Consumer information?

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Zyrtec-D Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is an antihistamine and decongestant combination which provides relief of seasonal and perennial allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose (rhinitis), itching eyes, sneezing, and stuffy nose (nasal congestion).

This medication is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age due to the high amount of pseudoephedrine.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth twice daily; or use as directed by your doctor. This drug may be taken with or without food.

Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Doing so can ...

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