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Had allergic reaction to insectbites multiple occasions. lots of swelling with fluid bad itching. zyrtec helped a lot swelling went away fast also itching. how long can i keep taking the zyrtec?

Q: had allergic reaction to insectbites multiple occasions. lots of swelling with fluid bad itching. zyrtec helped a lot swelling went away fast also itching. how long can i keep taking the zyrtec?

: It would be worthwhile to consult an allergist to determine which insects are the culprit &amp; whether desensitization could help you. I don't see any problem taking zyrtec indefinitely.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

It would be worthwhile to consult an allergist to determine which insects are the culprit & whether desensitization could help you. I don't see any problem taking zyrtec indefinitely.

Answered 8/10/2022

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A member asked:

Had allergic reaction to insectbites multiple occasions. lots of swelling with fluid bad itching. zyrtec helped a lot swelling went away fast also itching. how long can i keep taking the zyrtec?

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