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What are the ingredients of Zyrtec?
Active Ingredients
| Active ingredient (in each extended release tablet) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Cetirizine HCl 5 mg | Antihistamine |
| Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg mg | Nasal decongestant |
What’s the difference between Claritin and Zyrtec?
Both Zyrtec and Claritin belong to the same drug class but their generic forms are different. Zyrtec has the active compound cetirizine hydrochloride while Claritin has the active compound loratadine. Zyrtec has more sedating properties compared to Claritin.
Does Zyrtec have the same ingredients as Benadryl?
By blocking histamine, Zyrtec and Benadryl help relieve allergy symptoms. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a first-generation antihistamine. First-generation antihistamines tend to cause more sedation and drowsiness and can impair coordination and driving. Zyrtec (cetirizine) is a second-generation antihistamine.
Can you take Benadryl and Zyrtec?
Oral antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and cetirizine (Zyrtec), should never be taken together, as this can lead to dangerous complications.
Can Zyrtec raise your blood pressure?
For allergy sufferers with heart disease, medicines such as Allegra, Zyrtec or Claritin should be safe. However, medicines containing decongestants — including Allegra-D, Zyrtec-D and Claritin-D — could increase your blood pressure and heart rate or interfere with your heart medication.
What are the long term effects of Zyrtec?
Zyrtec can lead to harmful side effects that may require immediate medical help. According to Drugs.com, these side effects include: You may also experience vision problems, decreased urination, weakness and trouble sleeping. Zyrtec is also associated with causing gastrointestinal (stomach or intestinal) problems.
What ingredients are in Allegra and Zyrtec?
The main active ingredient in Allegra is fexofenadine. The main active ingredient in Zyrtec is cetirizine. Both of these drugs are antihistamines. Antihistamines work by blocking a substance called histamine in your body. Histamine is known for causing allergy symptoms.
Does Zyrtec have antihistamines in it?
Yes. ZYRTEC ® contains cetirizine HCl, which is an antihistamine. What is an antihistamine? An antihistamine is a drug that blocks the action of histamine-an allergy-causing chemical that’s released by certain cells in the body.
What is the daily dose of Zyrtec?
ZYRTEC is available as 5 mg and 10 mg tablets, 1 mg/mL syrup, and 5 mg and 10 mg chewable tablets which can be taken with or without water. The recommended initial dose of ZYRTEC is 5 mg or 10 mg per day in adults and children 12 years and older, depending on symptom severity.