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I take a much needed daily zyrtec (cetirizine) for allergies. is it safe to continue to take it if i try to or do get pregnant?

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Dr. Juan Richiusa answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Zyrtec (cetirizine) is class b. It means that it has been proven through research that is does not cause any fetal harm.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Cat B: Zyrtec (cetirizine) is a category b medicine for pregnancy. Which means that, in animal studies, there is no evidence or very little evidence of problems with use in pregnancy.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 8/7/2012

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