A member asked:

Is it safe to take another 24-hour zyrtec (cetirizine) antihistamine if there's still about 8 hours left before the previous one wears off?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Zyrtec (cetirizine): You can take another xyrtec but you may become very sleepy.

Answered 2/23/2014

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Follow dosing: It's best to adhere to the dosing recommended. It would be hard to overdo it with the zyrtec (cetirizine) , the way you are suggesting, but it begs the question- how well does the rx work , if you want more before the proper dosing interval ? I would think you need to talk with your doctor about other options to achieve safe allergy control. Sometimes more than one rx is necessary.

Answered 2/23/2014

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