Cetirizine 10 mg Tablets – 500 count – Generic For Zyrtec — DR REDDY — Over The Counter

Medication Summary

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Overview

Cetirizine hydrochloride tablets are an antihistamine used to temporarily relieve symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. The label lists relief of runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and itching of the nose or throat.

The active ingredient is cetirizine HCl 10 mg in each tablet. The product is intended for adults and children 6 years and over as a once-daily tablet.

Warnings on the label include not using the product if you have had an allergic reaction to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or any ingredient in the product. Drowsiness may occur, and alcohol, sedatives, or tranquilizers may increase drowsiness. The label also says to ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Storage Information

store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) Inactive ingredients hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, povidone, starch, titanium dioxide.

Key Counseling Points

• This product is an antihistamine used to temporarily relieve allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and itching of the nose or throat.
• Each tablet contains cetirizine HCl 10 mg.
• Adults and children 6 years and over: take one 10 mg tablet once daily.
• Do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours.
• Ask a doctor if the patient is 65 years and over, has liver or kidney disease, or is under 6 years of age.
• Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to cetirizine, hydroxyzine, or any ingredient in the product.
• Drowsiness may occur; avoid alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers unless a health professional says otherwise.
• Be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
• Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs; seek medical help right away.
• Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Helpful Patient Education

Cetirizine hydrochloride 10 mg tablets are an over-the-counter antihistamine for temporary relief of common upper respiratory allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and itching of the nose or throat. The label directs adults and children 6 years and over to take one tablet once daily.

Label information also includes important warnings about drowsiness, use with alcohol or sedatives, and when to ask a doctor before use, such as for liver or kidney disease, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or for children under 6 years of age.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-05 11:36:59