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Cetirizine (Zyrtec)

Cetirizine (Zyrtec) Information

Zyrtec is the brand name. Cetirizine is the generic name. Zyrtec is an antihistamine used to treat hay fever and allergies. For information on antihistamines and how they work, see Understanding Allergy and Hay Fever Medications.
 
Basic medication information for Zyrtec (NDA #019835) is as follows:

  • Active ingredient: Cetirizine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Tablet, oral


  • Strength: 5 mg; 10 mg


  • FDA approval: December 8, 1995


  • Company name: Pfizer

Basic medication information for Zyrtec-D 12 hour (NDA #021150) is as follows:

  • Active ingredient: Cetirizine hydrochloride; pseudoephedrine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Tablet, extended release, oral


  • Strength: 5 mg of cetirizine; 120 mg of pseudoephedrine


  • FDA approval: August 10, 2001


  • Company name: Pfizer



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