Xyzal is a prescription medication that helps alleviate allergy symptoms and treat chronic hives. This eMedTV Web page describes the drug in more detail, providing information about how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.
Drowsiness, fatigue, and a sore throat are among the most common side effects of Xyzal. This selection of the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at other common Xyzal side effects, as well as the side effects that may need immediate medical care.
Xyzal is used to treat seasonal or perennial allergy symptoms, as well as chronic hives of unknown cause. This eMedTV Web page describes these Xyzal uses in more detail, including its use in children and possible off-label uses.
The recommended Xyzal dosage for adults and children age 12 and older is 5 mg once daily in the evening. This eMedTV segment also discusses Xyzal dosing guidelines for younger children and provides tips on when and how to best take the medicine.
Xyzal drug interactions can occur when it is combined with ritonavir or theophylline. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how these interactions can increase the level of Xyzal in your blood, possibly increasing your risk of side effects.
Before taking Xyzal, be sure to tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney disease or any allergies. This eMedTV page highlights other important Xyzal warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the medication.
If you take too much Xyzal, overdose symptoms may include agitation and drowsiness. This eMedTV segment lists other possible overdose symptoms in adults and children, and discusses the various treatment options that are available for an overdose.
It is probably safe to take Xyzal during pregnancy. This eMedTV page discusses the results of animal studies involving Xyzal and pregnancy, and explains why the FDA classifies Xyzal as a pregnancy Category B medicine.
It may not be safe for women who are breastfeeding to take Xyzal. This eMedTV segment explains why it is assumed that Xyzal passes through breast milk and describes what to watch for in your nursing infant if you are taking Xyzal and breastfeeding.
A patent currently prevents any generic Xyzal from being manufactured in the United States. This eMedTV page explains when a generic version of the medication could become available and warns people against buying any so-called generic Xyzal.
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