Who should not take Generic Zyrtec?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during your therapy with Generic Zyrtec. Generic Zyrtec is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not take Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. Generic Zyrtec passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not take Generic Zyrtec without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from Generic Zyrtec. You may require a lower dose of this medication.
How should I take Generic Zyrtec?
Take Generic Zyrtec exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Generic Zyrtec can be taken with or without food. Generic Zyrtec is usually taken once daily. Follow your doctor's instructions. Store Generic Zyrtec at room temperature 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 your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Generic Zyrtec overdose are not well known, but extreme sleepiness, confusion, and weakness may be expected.
What should I avoid while taking Generic Zyrtec?
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Generic Zyrtec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Generic Zyrtec.
What are the possible side effects of Generic Zyrtec?
Stop taking Generic Zyrtec and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Generic Zyrtec and talk to your doctor if you experience sleepiness, 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 will affect Generic Zyrtec?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medications for anxiety or sleep such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), temazepam (Restoril), or triazolam (Halcion); medications for depression such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), sertraline (Zoloft), or paroxetine (Paxil); other cough, cold, or allergy medicines; or any other medications that cause drowsiness, sleepiness, or relaxation. Heavy sedation may occur if Generic Zyrtec is taken with any of the medicines listed above. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Generic Zyrtec. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
