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Can i take regular 24 hr zyrtec (cetirizine) for my allergies? does it cause and cardiac effect? is it safe for heart patients?

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Dr. David Shulan answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: The plain zyrtec (cetirizine) should be safe but avoid zyrtec (cetirizine) d. Zyrtec (cetirizine) could cause drowsiness in some people.

Answered 10/30/2012

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Yes: Ok to take. Would stay away from zyrtec-d however.

Dr Shulan agreed

Answered 10/11/2012

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A member asked:

Can i take regular 24 hr zyrtec (cetirizine) for my allergies? does it cause and cardiac effect? is it safe for heart patients?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Shulan answered

Dr. Rick Koch answered

Dr Shulan agreed

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