What Is Zyrtec Used For
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October 02, 2008
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Zyrtec to Go Over the Counter
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...second-generation drugs included Claritin, Allegra, and Zyrtec. Though all are similar in action... Read more »
New Prescription Allergy Medicine: Xyzal
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...Clarinex (similar to Claritin, but prescription) Zyrtec (prescription) Allegra (prescription)... Read more »
New Allergy Medication Coming to the US - Xyzal
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...once-daily antihistamines such as Allegra, Claritin, and Zyrtec. In my opinion, finding relief... Read more »
Zyrtec goes OTC this month: Good News or Bad?
By James Thompson, MD , Health ExpertZyrtec, a brand of cetirizine will soon be available without prescription. The good news: 1) No... Read more »
The Use and Misuse of Over the Counter Antihistamines and Decongestants
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert...Alavert, Wal-itin and others) and cetirizine (brand of Zyrtec, Walzyr and more coming). The... Read more »
Health Guide
Allergic Rhinitis: Antihistamines
...including hives and some rashesNasal congestion, for some of the newer antihistamines, such as cetirizine (Zyrtec) and desloratadine (Clarinex)If possible, patients should take antihistamines... Read more »Preparing Asthmatic and Allergic Children for Summer Camp
...(such as Nasonex); steroid inhaler (such as Flovent or Asmanex); antihistamines (such as Claritin or Zyrtec); eye drops; eczema cream; hypoallergenic pillow and pillow cases; sheet covering; Medic... Read more »Managing Asthma in Children and Adolescents
...are more effective than the second generation antihistamines loratadine (Claritin) and cetirizine (Zyrtec). One study also indicated that nasal steroid treatment was more effective than allergy... Read more »Allergic Rhinitis: Treatment
...medications. These drugs include:Antihistamines. The newer non-sedating antihistamines -- such as cetirizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin), fexofenadine (Allegra), or desloratadine (Clarinex) --... Read more »Asthma Management and Control
...are more effective than the second generation antihistamines loratadine (Claritin) and cetirizine (Zyrtec). Leukotriene-antagonists and nasal cromolyn may be beneficial in specific cases of... Read more »Medications
This medication is an antihistamine which provides relief of seasonal and perennial allergy... Read more »
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
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Q&A: Primatene or prescriptions like Zyrtec and Singulair?
October 02, 2008Dr. Mitchell Hecht explains why a reader's doctor has recommended prescription asthma medicines instead of over-the-counter Primatene. Dr. Hecht... Read summary »
Q&A: Astelin nasal spray offers reader allergy relief
October 03, 2008A reader tells Joe and Teresa Graedon of The People's Pharmacy that Astelin nasal spray cleared up her seasonal allergies more effectively than... Read summary »
Fever? Chills? It may be seasonal allergies
October 02, 2008Sneezing, wheezing, and itchy eyes aren't the only symptoms of seasonal allergies, says Dr. Timothy Quinn. Fevers, facial pain, headaches, and even... Read summary »
FDA approves Zyrtec-D for over-the-counter use
October 03, 2008The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the allergy medication Zyrtec-D for non-prescription use in allergy patients over age 12. The med... Read summary »
Q&A: Zyrtec may fight mosquito bites
October 03, 2008A reader asks Dr. Paul Donohue how to enjoy the summer weather without being pestered by mosquitoes. According to Dr. Donohue, some people do attract... Read summary »
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