Zyrtec Drops 10.0 ml in 1 bottle

All Details About Zyrtec Drops

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Zyrtec Drops

Description:

Zyrtec Drops belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis and some skin reactions, and reactions to bites and stings. It relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Donate Zyrtec Drops to your child orally with or without food in the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. It could either be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of the medicine. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, repeat the same dose after your child feels better. However, refrain from doing so if it is already time for the next dose.

Your child may experience mild side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache after taking this medicine. These symptoms are usually non-serious and disappear on their own. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any other medicines or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Do inform the doctor if your child has or had any heart, liver, kidney problems or was born prematurely. Share any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems with the doctor. Information of your child’s medical history will help avoid any complications in the treatment and guide your child’s doctor to plan your child’s overall treatment better.

Uses:

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Zyrtec Drops may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Zyrtec

Sore throat
Headache
Constipation
Sleepiness
Fatiguedness
Chubbyigue
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Zyrtec Drops may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Zyrtec Drops during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zyrtec Drops may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Huger doses or prolonged use of Zyrtec Drops may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Zyrtec Drops alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

UNSAFE

Zyrtec Drops is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.
However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. It may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end-stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zyrtec Drops is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

Does Zyrtec Drops make you tired and drowsy?

Affirmative, Zyrtec Drops can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Is Zyrtec Drops a steroid? What is it used for?

Zyrtec Drops is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.

How long does it take for Zyrtec Drops to work?

You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Zyrtec Drops. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Can I take Zyrtec Drops and Fexofenadine together?

Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Zyrtec Drops during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.

For how long should I continue Zyrtec Drops?

The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Zyrtec Drops for a longer time. Communicate to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Zyrtec Drops.

Is it safe to take Zyrtec Drops daily for a long time?

Zyrtec Drops is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Zyrtec Drops for only as long as you need it.

Does Zyrtec Drops make you tired and drowsy?

Affirmative, Zyrtec Drops can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak.

Is Zyrtec Drops a steroid? What is it used for?

How long does it take for Zyrtec Drops to work?

You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Zyrtec Drops. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Can I take Zyrtec Drops and Fexofenadine together?

For how long should I continue Zyrtec Drops?

Is it safe to take Zyrtec Drops daily for a long time?

Zyrtec Drops is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Zyrtec Drops for only as long as you need it.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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