I have prescribed with Zyrtec-D for flu. So far I do not feel better after taking this pill for two days. I also begin to experience mouth dryness and some hallicination. !) should this pill be prescribed for flu ? Should I continue ?
Q: Should I be prescribed Zyrtec-D for flu
Answers (2)
8/13/08 1:56pm
Zyrtec-D is not a flu medicine. Visit the Cold & Flu site to see medicines that are specifically for flu.
Zyrtec is an antihistamine used to relieve runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes and the like. None of those are common flu symptoms, so I don't know why you were prescribed Zyrtec-D for the flu. Go back to your doctor and explain how you felt taking the medication. Perhaps there is something else that your doctor can prescribe.
8/ 2/08 2:38am
Any product that contains Pseduoephrine will have a common class effect such as dry mouth. Zyrtec-D is sedating/drowsy and that probably explain your 'hallicination'.
You should discontinue if you experience hallicination, seek medical help. Ask for non-sedating products like Aerius or CLarinase
The following URL gives you some information :-
http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/tools/symptom/517.html
This reply kind of come in late...:-)
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