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    • CETIRIZINE-PSEUDOEPHEDRINE ER (Generic for ZYRTEC-D)

    • QTY 60
    • 5 MG-120MG
    • Tablet ER 12H

CETIRIZINE; PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (se TI ra zeen; soo doe e FED rin) is an antihistamine and decongestant. This medicine is used to treat or prevent symptoms of allergies. It reduces congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and itching in the nose or throat. It also helps relieve itchy, watery, and red eyes.

CETIRIZINE-PSEUDOEPHEDRINE ER (Generic for ZYRTEC-D) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Cetirizine Hydrochloride 5mg, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120mg, Oral tablet, extended release 12 hour

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Limit caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Pseudoephedrine. Also avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Pseudoephedrine may get worse if you take excessive Caffeine. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, tremor, or other side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants.

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