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Took zyrtec (cetirizine) last night, within a few hours, itchy throat. possible side effect? besides the side effects it does help. after much resesrch , many complaints with zyrtec (cetirizine) causing itchiness. is it safe?
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Zyrtec, (cetirizine) itchy: DO NOT take zyrtec (cetirizine) again, the itchiness is a sign of an allergic reaction to a component of the formulation. Allergic reactions are serious. Call you doctor or go to an urgent care today to see what you can take
Answered 4/17/2015
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