Cetirizine (10mg/ml)
Give Zyrtec Drops to your child orally with or without food in the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. It could either be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of the medicine. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, repeat the same dose after your child feels better. However, refrain from doing so if it is already time for the next dose.Your child may experience mild side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache after taking this medicine. These symptoms are usually non-serious and disappear on their own. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any other medicines or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Do inform the doctor if your child has or had any heart, liver, kidney problems or was born prematurely. Share any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems with the doctor. Knowledge of your child’s medical history will help avoid any complications in the treatment and guide your child’s doctor to plan your child’s overall treatment better.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Zyrtec
10 ml Oral Drops
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Zyrtec Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Zyrtec Drops is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Related Warnings
Zyrtec Drops may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Information regarding the use of Zyrtec Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Zyrtec Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Zyrtec Drops may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Zyrtec Drops may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Zyrtec Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zyrtec Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. It may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Zyrtec Drops is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zyrtec Drops may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Yes, Zyrtec Drops can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Zyrtec Drops is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Zyrtec Drops. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Zyrtec Drops during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.
The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Zyrtec Drops for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Zyrtec Drops.
Zyrtec Drops is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Zyrtec Drops for only as long as you need it.
Yes, Zyrtec Drops can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak.
Zyrtec Drops is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Zyrtec Drops. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.
Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Zyrtec Drops during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.
The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Zyrtec Drops for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Zyrtec Drops.
Zyrtec Drops is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Zyrtec Drops for only as long as you need it.
