Question 1

can it hurt to take two doses of zyrtec (cetirizine)?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Zyrtec (cetirizine) is a new generation with a good safety profile.  While the usual dose of zyrtec is 10 mg once a day for allergies, there is scientific evidence that higher doses even up to 4x the usual dose is helpful for severe hives.  So, two doses of zyrtec is unlikely to cause significant side effects except perhaps a little drowsy.

Question 2

is it dangerous to take two zyrtec (cetirizine) in one day?

Accepted Answer

No: There are people that are prescribed zyrtec (cetirizine) up to four times a day for various conditions.  It should be no problem to take zyrtec (cetirizine) twice a day as long as it does not make you too sleepy when you need to drive or work.

Question 3

is it safe to take two zyrtec (cetirizine) a day, one in the morning and one at night?

Accepted Answer

Sedation: That dose of zyrtec is going to be very sedating.  This defeats the purpose of taking zyrtec instead of benadryl (diphenhydramine).  That level of sedation will make you a drowsy --> dangerous driver.  Have you tried Loratadine or allegra?  Do you use Flonase or something like it?  Do you regularly flush your nose with a saline/ baking soda solution?

Question 4

is it ok to take two (10 mg) zyrtec per day? it immensely improves my breathing, but i don't want any bad side effects. thank you.

Accepted Answer

Depends: Recommended dosing is 10 mg daily, this can be adjusted up with the guidance of al allergist, make sure you discuss this when you make an appointment fir advise and further therapy. Any dosing outside the recommended dose should be discussed with a specialist in that f ield of medical practice

Question 5

what can i do if my allergies are really working on me, can i take two zyrtec (cetirizine) when one doesn't work?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Doubling your antihistamine may not be answer to treat your bad allergies, you should consult an allergist to manage your allergies better, you may need a different type of medication, such as a nasal spray if you are congested.

Question 6

i am on singulair 10 mg daily and zyrtec. i have forgotten both for the past two days and just took a singulair. is it ok to take benadryl as well?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But avoid taking benadryl and zyrtec together, unless directed by your doctor, good luck

Question 7

for a cough that has been lingering for nearly two weeks after a cold : i take zyrtec daily, if it was allergies would nasacort (triamcinolone) help?

Accepted Answer

Bronchospasm: Sometimes you can have residual bronchospasm after an upper respiratory infection for weeks after you feel better. Using cough lozenges may help, over the counter cough suppressants at night to help sleep, or talking with your doctor to see if an inhaler may be helpful until your cough improves over the course of the next couple of weeks. Doubtful Nasacort (triamcinolone) will help with the cough.

Question 8

i usually take 2 xyzal/day but can't get it refilled anymore. also, my allergies have started breaking through on it. should i take two zyrtec (cetirizine)?

Accepted Answer

Dosing: Only take the recommended dose of medications until you discuss medications with your dr.  Best wishes.

Question 9

i have had a cough for several weeks   i take claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec everyday.  two weeks ago i had a cortisone shot and still have not had any relief.

Accepted Answer

Cough: It may be time to get a chest xray to rule out pneumonia or bronchitis.

Question 10

i have bad allergies and they like to mess with my asthma. i'm on singular&zyrtec (cetirizine). can i take two 10mg zyrtec (cetirizine) everyday?

Accepted Answer

No: significant added benefits was reported in clinical studies by going from 10 mg to 20mg. May discuss with your doctor if adding Flonase will be beneficial

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Is it safe to take two zyrtec (cetirizine) a day, one in the morning and one at night?

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Is it ok to take two (10 mg) zyrtec per day? it immensely improves my breathing, but i don't want any bad side effects. thank you.

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What can i do if my allergies are really working on me, can i take two zyrtec (cetirizine) when one doesn't work?

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I am on singulair 10 mg daily and zyrtec. i have forgotten both for the past two days and just took a singulair. is it ok to take benadryl as well?

A member asked:

For a cough that has been lingering for nearly two weeks after a cold : i take zyrtec daily, if it was allergies would nasacort (triamcinolone) help?

A member asked:

I usually take 2 xyzal/day but can't get it refilled anymore. also, my allergies have started breaking through on it. should i take two zyrtec (cetirizine)?

A member asked:

I have had a cough for several weeks i take claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec everyday. two weeks ago i had a cortisone shot and still have not had any relief.

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I have bad allergies and they like to mess with my asthma. i'm on singular&zyrtec (cetirizine). can i take two 10mg zyrtec (cetirizine) everyday?

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