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Cetirizine

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: • runny nose, • sneezing, • itchy, watery eyes, • itching o.

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

How to use Cetirizine

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: • runny nose, • sneezing, • itchy, watery eyes, • itching of the nose or throat

How to take it and how often
  • Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 5 mg
  • Adults and children 6 years and over 1 tablet (5 mg) or 2 tablets once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours
  • Adults 65 years and over 1 tablet (5 mg) once a day; do not take more than 1 tablet (5 mg) in 24 hours
  • Children under 6 years of age
  • Ask a doctor consumers with liver or kidney disease
  • Ask a doctor Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 10 mg
  • Adults and children 6 years and over one 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours
  • A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms
  • Adults 65 years and over ask a doctor
  • Children under 6 years of age
  • Ask a doctor consumers with liver or kidney disease
  • Ask a doctor
Warnings

Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine Ask a doctor before useif you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives When using this product • drowsiness may occur • avoid alcoholic drinks • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • in rare cases, you may experience itching after stopping cetirizine. Consult your healthcare provider if this happens. …

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-08-07.

Brands around the world

Products with Cetirizine as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Good Neighbor Pharmacy All Day AllergyCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · Amerisource Bergen
NDC 24385-998Label
ZyrtecCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Kenvue Brands LLC
NDC 50580-753Label
Topcare All Day AllergyCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · Topco Associates LLC
NDC 36800-458Label
Zyrtec AllergyCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · Kenvue Brands LLC
NDC 50580-754Label
Cetirizine HydrochlorideCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1 mg/mL · Solution · Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
NDC 51672-4070Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACUtilev Syrup B4-5990NAFDACCet-Z Tablets B4-0942NAFDACZyncet Tablets A4-1595NAFDACFitin-5 Tablet C4-1347NAFDACHistolat Syrup A11-100023NAFDACRizcet Tablets B4-3806NAFDACZobix 15 Tablet A4-101283NAFDACLevomonte Syrup A11-100190NAFDACMontral Tablets B4-6888NAFDACHistolat Tablets A11-100022NAFDACGlemont L Tablets B4-2678NAFDACXyzal Tablets 5 mg A4-6915

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg, 100-count bottle, Manufactured by: Unique Pharmaceuticals Labs, (A Div. of J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.), Mumbai 400 030, IndiaU.S. FDA Class I
24 Jun 2026 · JB Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd · OngoingCross Contamination with Other Products: Customer complaints for appearance of discolored tablets and red dots observed on Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg. Determined to be Ranitidine.
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 mg, 100 Tablets bottles, Manufactured by: Unique Pharmaceuticals Labs, (A Div. of J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.), Mumbai 400 030, IU.S. FDA Class III
12 Sep 2025 · JB Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd · OngoingTablet/Capsules Imprinted with Wrong ID
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 mg, 500 Tablets bottles, Manufactured by: Unique Pharmaceuticals Labs, (A Div. of J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.), Mumbai 400 030, IU.S. FDA Class III
12 Sep 2025 · JB Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd · OngoingTablet/Capsules Imprinted with Wrong ID
Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP, 10mg, 365-count packs, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Glenmark Therapeutics Inc., Distributed by: Amazon. NDC# 72657-129-35U.S. FDA Class II
13 Mar 2025 · Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA · OngoingCGMP Deviations

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Cetirizine

What is Cetirizine used for?

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: • runny nose, • sneezing, • itchy, watery eyes, • itching of the nose or throat (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Cetirizine?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 5 mg adults and children 6 years and over 1 tablet (5 mg) or 2 tablets (10) once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 tablets (10) in 24 hours. adults 65 years and over 1 tablet (5 mg) once a day; do not take more than 1 tablet (5 mg) in 24 hours. children under 6 years of age ask a doctor consumers with liver …

Do I need a prescription for Cetirizine?

In many countries Cetirizine is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Cetirizine?

Cetirizine is sold under names such as Wal-zyr, Wal Zyr 24 Hour Allergy, Zerviate, Quzyttir, Zyrtec-d, Zyrtec, Aller-tec, Aller-tec D. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Cetirizine is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.