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Is zyrtec (cetirizine) or allega safer for chronic use to treat chronic hives? is it safe in patients with arrhythmia

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: They are both rather safe drugs although zyrtec (cetirizine) may theoretically increase your heart rate when taken in large doses. However I am not aware of anyone having cardiac side effects even from 4 daily doses of zyrtec (cetirizine).

Answered 10/30/2013

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Yes it is safe to us: Yes it is safe to use if it is effective for hives and safe in patients with arrythmia.

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