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Zyrtec-D (cetirizine and pseudoephedrine) is classified as a pregnancy Category C medication. This page on the eMedTV site offers an overview of Zyrtec-D and pregnancy, including what the drug's label says about taking the drug when pregnant.
For adults and children 12 years of age and older, the recommended Zyrtec-D dose is one tablet twice daily. This eMedTV page also lists the starting Zyrtec-D dosage for people with kidney or liver disease and offers general tips on taking the drug.
Digoxin, selegiline, and stimulants are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Zyrtec-D. This eMedTV page describes how Zyrtec-D drug interactions can change the way your body metabolizes the drugs and make some drugs less effective.
Nausea, sweating, and feelings of a forcefully beating heart are signs of a Zyrtec-D overdose. This eMedTV page explains what to expect from an overdose, what to do if you have taken too much Zyrtec-D, and why certain symptoms are likely to occur.
Common side effects of Zyrtec-D include dry mouth and insomnia. This eMedTV resource gives a brief list of possible side effects and offers a link to more information. Zyrtec-D side affects is a common misspelling of Zyrtec-D side effects.
Zyrtec-D is used to treat a number of allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing, and itchy throat. This eMedTV page discusses Zyrtec-D uses in detail, including a description of why the drug contains both an antihistamine and a decongestant.
Zyrtec-D Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV page lists Zyrtec-D warnings and precautions, including potential drug interactions, conditions to tell your doctor about before taking the drug (like diabetes), and people who should not take it (like those with narrow-angle glaucoma).
Zyrtec is a drug approved to treat sneezing, runny nose, itching due to hives, and more. This eMedTV article further discusses Zyrtec and provides a link to more detailed information. Zyrtek is a common misspelling of Zyrtec.


