Introduction of Zyrtec D Capsule
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule is a combination of sympathomimetic- alpha 1 (nasal) and second generation H1 antihistaminic medicines.
Side effects of Zyrtec D Capsule
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
Common side effects of Zyrtec D
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
- Restlessness
- Sleepiness
How to use Zyrtec D Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes etc.
- Stop taking Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
- If you drink alcohol while you are taking Zyrtec D 5 mg/120 mg Capsule, be aware of its effects on you and do not drink more than moderate amounts.
- Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.
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Patient concerns
My kid having cold. Can I give zyrtec 60 ml to her? My paediatric suggested this. But I forgot this for what purpose this syrup is. Pls suggest
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Cold can not be due to same reason every time.There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
Hi have a a topic eczema by birth and previously i was using ointment contains steroids but i felt that my skin was getting thinner now when i changed my doctor he prescribed me two medicines Neoral 25 mg (Cyclosporin) and Zyrtec(Cetrizine) now i want to for how long i should be taking this med does this med have long term side effects? and for rashes i am using Eczemous 0.1 %(tacrolimus ointment )
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Kindly upload picture of affected area for accurate diagnosis & treatment.
I have been taking Zyrtec (cytrizine drug) medicine since three months for the treatment of Psoriasis. I need to know whether this drug is correct to be taken for the treatment of my disease, as I have not seeing any significant improvement in me.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
send me the clinical notes of your Doctor where I can see the findings on the basis of which you were diagnosed with Psoriasis and also send the prescription
I have a swelling seen on the lips now It had been there around the eyes last 2 times before 2 week. When I consulted gm doctor they said it as angioedema I had underwent coronary bypass graft 11 years back Am having DM, HTN, dyslipidemia since 11years nd having tablets atacand, lipitor, amaryl, concrod, janumet, aspirin. Now for angioedema preferred medicine is zyrtec 10mg, rantag150mg
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
Get echo done n thyroid levels
High fever and dry cough and severe cold She can't breath due to dry cough and severe cold, this issue from last Wednesday She is not taking any food and milk from today morning. But we gave syrups - p250,zyrtec, leveling plus and coscopin Please help us how to stop her cough immediately due to that she s not in taking anything if at all she eats immediately she vomits due to cough . Above all from morning she can't even open her eyes, completely no energy continuously sleeping. 2 yrs 8 months girl baby. Expecting speedy responses, please help us
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary.Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription/advise cannot be given without diagnosis.Dr need a final diagnosis or provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or medicine or give opinion. Diagnosis cannot be done without taking in to consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination of patient. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
Dr. Sir, I have facing depression again after 2 year , and I don't know what was it's triggered point. Kindly tell me what should i do in this situation, I am bachelor. Is Zyven is good for this situation as it was earlier suggest by psychiatrist.
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
Hysterectomy ovaries removed body ache night sweats
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Such problems are common after getting ovaries removed. Do not worry, these problems will eventually fade with time. However if it causes discomfort and restlessness, you should see your gynaecologist for hormonal replacement therapy
How to loss weight early? And how to maintain body?
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Please visit a dietitian or physical instructor .
User feedback
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