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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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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

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

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Answered 4/17/2015

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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Jones agreed

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