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What happens if you take 2 Zyrtec in 12 hours?
There have been reports of patients taking 15-18 times the recommended dose of Zyrtec (recommended dose is 10 mg) and having some adverse effects (restlessness, irritability, somnolence). Taking two 10mg tablets should not cause you to have any serious problems.
Can you take 2 antihistamines 12 hours apart?
Try to leave 10 to 12 hours between doses. So, one first thing in the morning, and one before bedtime. For children between 2 to 5 years of age, the dose is 2.5mg, twice a day. For children between 1 to 2 years of age, your doctor will use their weight or age to work out the right dose.
How many Zyrtec can you take in an hour?
Zyrtec Dosage
| 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. |
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| 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 |
Is it safe to take 2 Zyrtec in 24 hours?
The usual dosage for adults younger than 65 years and children who are 6 years and older is one 10-milligram (mg) dose per day. You shouldn’t take more than 10 mg in 24 hours. Your doctor may recommend a 5-mg dose once or twice per day if your allergies are mild.
Can I take Zyrtec every 12 hours?
take 1 tablet every 12 hours; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours.
How many 10mg zyrtec can I take?
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.
Can you take Zyrtec 10 mg twice a day?
You shouldn’t take more than 10 mg in 24 hours. Your doctor may recommend a 5-mg dose once or twice per day if your allergies are mild.
Can you split Zyrtec in half?
Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.