Zyrtec

If you are having cold or any allergic reactions like sneezing, cold, watery eyes, itching or running nose, then the doctors may prescribe Zyrtec. The drug is also given against hay fever and for treating itching and swelling caused by chronic urticaria.

Drug usage

Zyrtec medicine is an antihistamine. The drug works on the natural chemical histamine, which causes he allergic reactions. Zyrtec reduces the release of histamine, which helps to overcome the reactions.

How taken

Always keep a tab on the prescriptions. Never take more than the prescribed dosage and do not take the drug for longer days unless told by your doctor.

This chewable medicine has to be taken with food or without food. However, keep in mind only to chew Zyrtec and not to swallow it.

Missed dose/overdose

There is nothing to worry if a Zyrtec dosage is missed. The skipped dose can be taken as soon as you remember it. But do not take the missed dosage if it is nearly time for your scheduled dose. Do not take an extra drug for the missed dose as it can only complicate matters.

Consult the doctor immediately if you suspect an overdose. Nervous feeling, Restlessness and drowsy feeling are certain overdose symptoms that comes with Zyrtec

More information

Never buy Zyrtec without consulting the doctor. The doctor is the right person to decide on the Zyrtec medication. Well, when contacting the doctor for your allergic conditions, make sure that you inform him about all your health conditions, including the allergic reactions and also all he ailments that you have. This will help the doctor to decide whether the drug has to be prescribed and if prescribed what dosage should be given.

Pregnant women should only take Zyrtec medicine after consulting the doctor. It is not known if the drug can cause harm to the foetus. Well, breast-feeding mothers should only take Zyrtec after consulting with the doctor about the risks to the babe.

The drug should be taken with caution by older persons as they are more prone to the side effects.

Warnings/precautions

As Zyrtec drug is known to interact with other medicines, it is good if you tell the doctor about all the medicines, including the prescriptive or non-prescriptive drugs, herbal drugs, food supplements and minerals that you are using.

Always be cautious if you are using sleeping pills, medicines for allergies and depression, muscle relaxers and narcotic pain medicines.

Never drink alcohol while you are under Zyrtec medication as it can only increase the risk of side effects. After taking this chewable drug, never drive or do any hard work as the drug is known to cause dizziness.

Side effects

Zyrtec drug comes with many allergic reactions and side effects. Hives, swelling (tongue, mouth, lips, face) and breathing problems are some of the allergic reactions that one can experience while taking Zyrtec.

Stop Zyrtec drug and consult the doctor immediately if you see any severe side effects like tremors, uneven heartbeats, weakness, restless feeling, insomnia, vision problems, confusion and less urinating.