Zyrtec Generic
Pronounced: (seh-TEER-ah-zeen)
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe drowsiness. In children, symptoms may include: restlessness and irritability, and may be followed by drowsiness.
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From Our Experts
Zyrtec to Go Over the Counter
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New Generic Allergy Medicines
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From Our Sources
Q&A: Primatene or prescriptions like Zyrtec and Singulair?
Dr. Mitchell Hecht explains why a reader's doctor has recommended prescription asthma medicines instead of over-the-counter Primatene. Dr. Hecht... Read more »
FDA approves Zyrtec-D for over-the-counter use
The 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 more »
Fever? Chills? It may be seasonal allergies
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Suffering lasts six weeks for allergy patients
Experts say that the spring, summer, and fall allergy seasons are really composed of smaller, six-week sessions. Tree pollen comes first, followed by... Read more »
Allergic Rhinitis: Decongestants
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
AntihistaminesHistamine is one of the chemicals released when antibodies overreact to allergens. It is the cause of many symptoms of allergic... Read more »
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