Allergy Drug Zyrtec Approved for Nonprescription Use by FDA, could give your seisures or heart problems, etc.

December 6, 2007

Allergy Drug Zyrtec Approved for Nonprescription Use

FDA has approved tablet, chewable tablet, and syrup formulations of Zyrtec (cetirizine HCl) for nonprescription use. The drug is approved for the temporary relief of symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies (sneezing; runny nose; itchy, watery eyes; itchy throat or nose) in adults and children 2 years of age and older.

http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2007/NEW01750.html

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Possible side effects of Zyrtec-D 12 Hour :

http://www.drugs.com/cdi/zyrtec-d-12-hour.html

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; fatigue; headache; nausea; nervousness; sore throat; trouble sleeping.Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine; difficulty urinating; mental or mood changes; persistent tiredness; seizures; sleeplessness; uncontrolled shaking or tremor; unusually fast/irregular heart rhythm; weakness; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.