• Use caution when driving, operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Zyrtec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. • The use of alcohol with caution. Alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Zyrtec. What is Zyrtec? • Zyrtec is an antihistamine. Antihistamines prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering eyes, and other allergic symptoms. • Zyrtec is used to treat allergies, (hives), and other allergic inflammatory conditions. • Zyrtec can also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Who should not take Zyrtec? • Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment with Zyrtec. • Zyrtec is the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm a fetus. Do not take Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. • Zyrtec pass into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not take Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. • If you are over 60 years old, you may be more likely to experience side effects of Zyrtec. You may need a lower dose of this medication. How do I take Zyrtec? Zyrtec • Take exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. • Take each dose with a full glass of water. • Zyrtec can be taken with or without food. • Zyrtec is usually taken once a day. Follow your doctor's instructions. • Store at room temperature Zyrtec away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose? • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regular dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. What happens if I overdose? • Seek emergency medical assistance. • Symptoms of an overdose Zyrtec are not well known, but extreme sleepiness, confusion and weakness can be expected. What should I avoid while taking Zyrtec? • Use caution when driving, operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Zyrtec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. • The use of alcohol with caution. Alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Zyrtec. What are the possible side effects of Zyrtec? • Stop taking Zyrtec and seek urgent medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; Closing of the throat; The swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; Or beehives). • Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Zyrtec and talk to your doctor if you experience Drowsiness, fatigue or dizziness; Headache; Or Dry mouth. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. What other drugs affect Zyrtec? • Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Medications for anxiety or sleep disturbances, such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), HCI (Librium), temazepam (Restoril), or triazolam (Halcion); Drugs for depression, such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), or paroxetine (Paxil); Other cough, cold, allergies or medications; Or Other drugs that cause drowsiness, sleepiness, or relaxation. • Heavy sedation may occur if Zyrtec is taken with any of the drugs mentioned above. • Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Zyrtec. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any prescription or OTC medicines. Where can I get more information? • Your pharmacist has more information about Zyrtec written for health professionals which can be viewed. • Do not forget, and to keep this all medicines out of reach of children, never share your medications with others, and using it only for the particular required. • Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc ( "Multum ') is accurate, current and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be sensitive. Multum information has been compiled for use by practitioners and health care consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not guarantee that the use outside the United States are appropriate, unless otherwise noted. Multum Information on drugs does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. Multum drug information is an information resource designed to help health practitioners allowed to care for their patients and / or serve consumers viewing this service as a complement, not replace, expertise , the skills, knowledge and judgment of health care practitioners. The absence of a warning for a drug or drug combination in no way should be interpreted to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for the same patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided Multum. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions or side effects. If you have any questions about the medications you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.Wednesday, November 7, 2007
What is the most important information I should know about Zyrtec?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Zyrtec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. • The use of alcohol with caution. Alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Zyrtec. What is Zyrtec? • Zyrtec is an antihistamine. Antihistamines prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering eyes, and other allergic symptoms. • Zyrtec is used to treat allergies, (hives), and other allergic inflammatory conditions. • Zyrtec can also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Who should not take Zyrtec? • Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment with Zyrtec. • Zyrtec is the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm a fetus. Do not take Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. • Zyrtec pass into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not take Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. • If you are over 60 years old, you may be more likely to experience side effects of Zyrtec. You may need a lower dose of this medication. How do I take Zyrtec? Zyrtec • Take exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. • Take each dose with a full glass of water. • Zyrtec can be taken with or without food. • Zyrtec is usually taken once a day. Follow your doctor's instructions. • Store at room temperature Zyrtec away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose? • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regular dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. What happens if I overdose? • Seek emergency medical assistance. • Symptoms of an overdose Zyrtec are not well known, but extreme sleepiness, confusion and weakness can be expected. What should I avoid while taking Zyrtec? • Use caution when driving, operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Zyrtec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. • The use of alcohol with caution. Alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Zyrtec. What are the possible side effects of Zyrtec? • Stop taking Zyrtec and seek urgent medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; Closing of the throat; The swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; Or beehives). • Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Zyrtec and talk to your doctor if you experience Drowsiness, fatigue or dizziness; Headache; Or Dry mouth. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. What other drugs affect Zyrtec? • Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Medications for anxiety or sleep disturbances, such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), HCI (Librium), temazepam (Restoril), or triazolam (Halcion); Drugs for depression, such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), or paroxetine (Paxil); Other cough, cold, allergies or medications; Or Other drugs that cause drowsiness, sleepiness, or relaxation. • Heavy sedation may occur if Zyrtec is taken with any of the drugs mentioned above. • Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Zyrtec. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any prescription or OTC medicines. Where can I get more information? • Your pharmacist has more information about Zyrtec written for health professionals which can be viewed. • Do not forget, and to keep this all medicines out of reach of children, never share your medications with others, and using it only for the particular required. • Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc ( "Multum ') is accurate, current and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be sensitive. Multum information has been compiled for use by practitioners and health care consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not guarantee that the use outside the United States are appropriate, unless otherwise noted. Multum Information on drugs does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. Multum drug information is an information resource designed to help health practitioners allowed to care for their patients and / or serve consumers viewing this service as a complement, not replace, expertise , the skills, knowledge and judgment of health care practitioners. The absence of a warning for a drug or drug combination in no way should be interpreted to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for the same patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided Multum. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions or side effects. If you have any questions about the medications you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
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