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How can i tell if i'm experiencing urinary retention from zyrtec (cetirizine)? mild back .& bladder pain

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Zyrtec (cetirizine): Zyrtec (cetirizine) can cause urinary retention.Stop tsking it for a few days and your back and bladder pain will disappear.

Dr Stevens agreed

Answered 7/1/2018

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