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Cetirizine (Zyrtec ?)
Date: 06/01/2009
 
Author: JJA

COMMON USES:
Used to treat allergies.

HOW IT?S SUPPLIED
5- and 10-milligram tablets
5- and 10-milligram chewable tablets
1-milligram per 1-milliliter syrup

HOW IT WORKS
Decreases the body?s response to histamine (a chemical that causes itching, runny nose and red, itchy eyes).

THINGS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR
* Approved for use in children 6-months and older.
* Tablets and syrup contain lactose.
* Use with care in children with kidney or liver disease.
* Can cause sleepiness, tiredness, dry mouth, and/or dizziness.
* May cause headache, sore throat, and/or stomach pain.


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