Active Ingredient
Cetirizine HCl 10 mg (in each tablet)
When you have an allergic reaction, your immune system releases chemicals called histamines to fight the allergen, which leads to various allergy symptoms. Cetirizine helps relieve these allergy symptoms by blocking the effects of histamines, reducing the severity of your symptoms.
Product Details
Reduces hives and relieves itching due to hives (urticaria). This product will not prevent hives or an allergic skin reaction from occurring
Age/Condition | Directions |
|---|---|
Adults and children 6 years and over: | One 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms. |
Adults 65 years and over: | Ask a doctor. |
Children under 6 years of age: | Ask a doctor. |
Consumers with liver or kidney disease: | Ask a doctor. |
Other information
store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
do not use if foil inner seal imprinted with “Sealed For Your Safety” is broken or missing
meets USP Dissolution Test 2
Questions? call 1-800-343-7805 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)
Severe Allergy Warning: Get emergency help immediately if you have hives along with any of the following symptoms:
trouble swallowing
dizziness or loss of consciousness
swelling of tongue
swelling in or around mouth
trouble speaking
drooling
wheezing or problems breathing
These symptoms may be signs of anaphylactic shock. This condition can be life threatening if not treated by a health professional immediately. Symptoms of anaphylactic shock may occur when hives first appear or up to a few hours later.
Not a Substitute for Epinephrine. If your doctor has prescribed an epinephrine injector for “anaphylaxis” or severe allergy symptoms that could occur with hives, never use this product as a substitute for the epinephrine injector. If you have been prescribed an epinephrine injector, you should carry it with you at all times.
Do not use
to prevent hives from any known cause such as:
foods
insect stings
medicines
latex or rubber gloves
because this product will not stop hives from occurring. Avoiding the cause of your hives is the only way to prevent them. Hives can sometimes be serious. If you do not know the cause of your hives, see your doctor for a medical exam. Your doctor may be able to help you find a cause.
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose
hives that are an unusual color, look bruised or blistered
hives that do not itch
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
When using this product
drowsiness may occur
avoid alcoholic drinks
alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness.
be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away
symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment
the hives have lasted more than 6 weeks
If pregnant or breast-feeding:
if breast-feeding: not recommended
if pregnant: ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
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